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Vegan Pumpkin Pasta

Creamy Vegan Pumpkin Pasta for Cozy Fall Nights

This Vegan Pumpkin Pasta recipe brings comforting flavors and a creamy texture, perfect for a quick and easy dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Pasta (penne, fusilli, or spaghetti)
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Adds fruity richness and prevents sticking
  • 1 Onion Chopped for sweetness
  • 2 Garlic Cloves Minced for flavor
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Puree Heart of the dish
  • 1 cup Coconut Milk Enhances richness
  • 3 tablespoons Nutritional Yeast Mimics cheesy flavors
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Sage Complements pumpkin
  • 1 pinch Ground Nutmeg Adds warmth
  • Salt and Pepper To taste
For the Finish
  • 2 cups Fresh Spinach Leaves Adds color and nutrition
  • 1 Fresh Parsley For garnish
  • to taste Vegan Parmesan Cheese Optional topping

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Large Skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Cook the pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions, typically about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the chopped onion for about 5 minutes until translucent.
  3. Add minced garlic and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the pumpkin puree and coconut milk, add nutritional yeast, sage, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Stir and simmer for about 5 minutes.
  5. Add fresh spinach and cook for 2-3 minutes until wilted.
  6. Adjust seasoning to taste, adding more salt and pepper if needed.
  7. Combine cooked pasta with the sauce, tossing to coat evenly. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
  8. Serve in bowls, garnished with fresh parsley and optional vegan parmesan.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Use pasta shapes that hold cream well, like penne or fusilli. Adjust seasoning to personal preference.

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