Vegan Lemon Pasta is a refreshing and tasty plant-based dish. It perfectly blends the pasta with creamy silky tofu, white beans, lemon juice, and other spices. This pasta recipe is perfect for any person who loves pasta and lemon. Additionally, you can alter this recipe according to your taste by adding your own herbs, spices, or veggies. This Vegan Lemon Pasta is healthy and nutritiou. Anyone searching for a delicious, light, earth-friendly supper should try this dish. The amount of carbs (74 grams) and protein (20 grams) are usually high in this recipe. Let’s make this flavorful and zesty-flavored pasta with the (mentioned below)process.
EQUIPMENT:
- Cooking Pot
- Fine Strainer
- Presser
- Food Blender
- Cooking spoon
- Dish (to serve the pasta)
INGREDIENTS:
- Linguine or other sort of pasta 12 ounces
- Red Chili Flakes 1/4 tsp
- 12 ounces of Silken Tofu
- Half a cup of fresh lemon juice
- 1 can White Beans 15 ounces
- One large lemon zest
- Salt 1 tsp
- Olive oil 1 tbsp
- Chopped garlic cloves 3
- Baby Spinach 2 cups
- Grated Vegan Parmesan Cheese half a cup, optional
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Cover the (nonstick) cooking vessel with half the water and heat to a boil.
- Next, add uncooked pasta with a pinch of oil to avoid stickiness.
- Now, boil the pasta for ten to fifteen minutes or according to the directions listed in the packet.
- After the pasta is boiled, transfer it to a fine strainer to get rid of any excess water. Put aside.
- Now, press the silken tofu with your hands or a presser to remove the extra moisture.
- Next, add lemon juice, red chili flakes, lemon zest, salt, and squeezed tofu to a blender.
- Process it until the texture is clear and creamy. Leave aside.
- After that, warm the olive oil in a big wok over a low to medium burner flame.
- Simmer the chopped garlic for one to two minutes until a garlicky flavor comes.
- Next, add the tofu mixture with the cooked garlic. Mix well with a spoon.
- Now, add boiled pasta to this pan. Stir it well with the creamy and lemon mixture.
- Set the temperature on medium-low flame to heat.
- Then, add baby spinach and white beans. Stir until the spinach leaves soften.
- Next, add the grated parmesan cheese and heat it until it melts.
- The cheesy and lemon-flavored pasta is ready.
- Shift the pasta to a small dish and serve.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
- Pair this tasty pasta with Vegan salmon, grilled lemon tofu, or roasted veggies such as broccoli, peas, or asparagus.
- Enjoy it with summer squash, asparagus, and kale salad.
- Serve it with simple vegan garlic bread, focaccia, or crusty bread.
- Sweet treats like lemon crinkle cookies or lavender lemon bars pair well with this dish.
TIPS:
High-quality pasta:
- Choose a vegan-friendly pasta made from legumes or whole grains for a nutritious and filling meal.
Don’t overcook:
- Avoid overcooking the pasta. Cook it until its texture is soft.
Fresh Lemons:
- Use fresh and vibrant yellow lemons.
Adjust the quantity of juice:
- You can adjust the lemon juice amount according to your flavor.
Herbs:
- Add chopped fresh herbs such as dill, basil, or parsley to enhance the pasta dish’s richness and flavor.
Oil:
- Use vegan-friendly oil to sauté the veggies. Instead of it, you can use vegan-friendly butter.
Veggies:
- Use fresh and colorful veggies such as cherry tomatoes, bell peppers (of any color), or spinach to make this pasta more appealing and healthy.
Storage Information
Fridge:
Store the leftover lemon pasta in a closed box (plastic) and refrigerate it for two to five days.
Freezer:
I won’t suggest you freeze this Vegan lemon pasta because vegan parmesan cheese and lemons are used which will alter the taste.
Reheating:
We can reheat the leftover lemon pasta for five to seven minutes in a microwave oven or a nonstick skillet.
FAQs:
What can I use in place of silken tofu?
You can use half a cup (1/2) to three-quarters (3/4) of unsweetened coconut milk or Vegan cream instead of silken tofu.
Can I incorporate protein sources into the pasta?
Yes, you can add protein sources like tempeh or tofu to the pasta to give it more nutrients.
Is Vegan Lemon pasta gluten-free?
Vegan lemon pasta can be gluten-free, depending on the pasta type. You can choose gluten-free pasta to prepare this tangy and tasty pasta (it’s an option for only gluten-sensitive persons).
Nutritional Facts/Serving Amount:
Serving Size 1 small dish
Total Quantity 5
Total Calories 423 kcal
Carbohydrates 74 g
Sugar 4 g
Dietary Fiber 7 g
Protein 20 g
Total Fat 6 g
Iron 4 mg
Sodium 489 mg
