Vegan Spinach Artichoke Pasta

This Vegan Spinach Artichoke Pasta is a tasty and creamy American dish. It is full of flavors. This vegan pasta is easy to make. It is best for lunch, dinner, and parties. We used simple and dairy-free items to prepare this flavorful and delicious pasta. This Vegan Spinach Artichoke Pasta is a nutritious and comforting meal. It’s the best recipe for vegan lovers. Try this tasty recipe at home; everyone will love it. Let’s start this recipe.

Equipment

• Food blender
• Large Pan
• Serving Plate

Ingredients

• Penne Pasta 8oz
• Raw cashews, 1 1/2 cup
• Unsweetened almond milk, 1 1/2 cups
• Lemon Juice 2tbsp
• Salt 1/2 teaspoon, or according to taste
• Baby spinach, 4cups
• Artichokes, 14 ounce
• Vegan Butter 2tbsp
• Onion 1, chopped
• Garlic cloves, 4 chopped

Cream sauce

• Tofu 16oz
• Vegan cream cheese, 8 oz
• Vegan parmesan cheese, 1/2 cup
• Tapioca starch 1/4 cup
• Nutritional yeast 1/4 cup
• Dairy milk, 1/4 cup

Ingredient Notes

Pasta: Add your favorite pasta to make this dish. I used penne pasta, but medium shells or fusilli also work well.
Spinach: I used fresh spinach. You can substitute it with frozen spinach.
Artichokes: Their variety comes in canned shapes. Instead of greasy artichokes, I used water-packed artichokes.
Nutritional Yeast: It is used to provide a cheesy and umami flavor.
Tofu: We used dairy-free and firm tofu.
Garlic cloves: I used fresh, chopped cloves. Switch it with ready-made garlic paste for convenience.

Instructions

First, we will prepare cream sauce.

Prepare Cream Sauce

1. Take boiled water and add cashews to this water. Soak it for 5 minutes or until it softens.
2. Next, add the tofu, vegan parmesan cheese, vegan cream cheese, Tapioca starch, Nutritional yeast, soaked cashews, lemon juice, and dairy milk to a blender.
3. Blend all the ingredients until it gives a smooth and creamy texture.
4. The creamy sauce is ready. Keep it reserved in the fridge.
5. Meanwhile, we will cook the pasta.

Cook Pasta

1. Take a large pan and add water. Boil the water at a high flame.
2. Next, add the pasta, and boil it according to the instructions on the packet or until it is chewable.
3. After boiling, drain its excess water and save only one cup of water.
4. Set aside the pasta.

Sauté vegetables

1. Take a pan and add the vegan butter. Let it melt at medium flame.
2. Now, add the onion and salt. Sautee it for 3-4 minutes.
3. Next, add the chopped garlic and artichokes. Cook it for another 5-6 minutes.
4. Meanwhile, blend spinach in a blender. Set aside the spinach.

Assembling

1. Add creamy sauce and spinach to the same pot. Stir all ingredients and simmer it over medium flame.
2. Next, add boiled pasta along with pasta water to the pot. Cook it for 1-2 minutes.
3. Sprinkle over the seasonings according to taste.
4. Shift the creamy Vegan Spinach Artichoke Pasta into a serving dish.
5. Top this pasta with fresh chopped parsley, and serve it.

Tips

1. Add seasonings according to your taste.
2. You can skip the cashews and add sunflower seeds and almonds.
3. Prevent the overcooking of the pasta.
4. To add spices, add jalapenos, red pepper flakes, and green chilies.
5. Plant milk must be unsweetened and unflavored.
6. To add creamy texture, you can add cashew cream.
7. For a Southern flavor, you can add Cajun seasoning.

Notes

For time savings, you can put cashews in a jar and place them in the boiling water. Leave it for 15-20 minutes. The cashews will be soft.
No extra seasonings or herbs are required for canned artichokes.

Storage information

Fridge: Add the leftover pasta to a tight, clean box. Save the pasta in the refrigerator for 4-5 days. But it’s best to serve fresh.
Freezer: I don’t suggest you freeze the remaining pasta because spinach and artichokes are added to prepare this dish. It will impart a bad smell and disturb the flavors.
Reheating: You can also reheat the pasta in a microwave oven for 3-6 minutes. A stovetop is also the best option to rewarm the pasta.

FAQs

How do we make this pasta gluten-free?
No, the items we used to cook this pasta are not gluten-free. You can alternatively use gluten-free pasta instead of normal pasta.

How do we enjoy this vegan spinach artichoke pasta?
Serve it with vegan-friendly garlic bread, green salad, and no-knead Focaccia.

Can we add herbs?
Yes, you can add herbs. It will enhance the flavors and taste.

How do we customize this dish?
Add different vegetables like mushrooms, bell peppers, and zucchini. It depends on your choice.

Nutritional Facts

Amount per serving 1
Yield: 2 to 4
Total calories: 380 kcal
Carbohydrates 53g
Protein 13g
Fat 14g
Fiber 3g
Sugar 3g
Iron 3mg