Vegan Creamy Sun Dried Tomato Pasta
Indulge in the rich flavors of Italy with this Vegan Creamy Sun Dried Tomato Pasta Recipe. This delightful dish combines gluten-free fettuccine with a luscious sun-dried tomato sauce, enhanced by aromatic garlic and creamy coconut milk. Perfect for family dinners or casual get-togethers, it’s quick to prepare, taking just 25 minutes from start to finish. Packed with nutritious ingredients like arugula and cherry tomatoes, this meal is not only delicious but visually appealing too. Enjoy it warm or as a chilled pasta salad for versatile serving options.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 4 servings gluten free fettuccine
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- 10 sun dried tomatoes chopped
- 1 tbsp italian seasoning
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 3 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup water or vegetable broth
- 7 oz full fat canned coconut milk (thick cream only half of a can)
- 3 tbsp nutritional yeast
- salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups baby arugula
- ½ cup flat leaf parsley chopped
- vegan parmesan optional
Instructions
- Boil water in a large pot and cook the gluten-free fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain well.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add water or vegetable broth and sauté minced garlic and sun-dried tomatoes for about 2 minutes.
- Stir in Italian seasoning, balsamic vinegar, and tomato paste; cook for 2-3 minutes until caramelized.
- Add cherry tomatoes and one cup of broth; cover and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened, then smash gently.
- Mix in thick coconut milk and nutritional yeast; season with salt and pepper. Simmer for 5-10 minutes until thickened.
- Toss cooked fettuccine into the skillet with the sauce and add arugula until evenly coated.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley and optional vegan parmesan.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 57g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg