Creamy Vegan Pesto Pasta

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Creamy Vegan Pesto Pasta Recipe

This Creamy Vegan Pesto Pasta is a delicious and nutritious substitute for traditional pesto pasta. The creamy pesto sauce is made with raw cashews and nutritional yeast, giving it a cheesy flavor without the use of dairy. It also contains fresh basil and garlic, making it a flavorful and nutritious meal.

Ingredients

• 1 cup raw cashews
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• Season with salt and pepper to taste
• 1/4 cup water
• 2 cups fresh basil leaves
• 1/4 cup nutritional yeast
• 2 garlic cloves
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• 12 oz whole grain pasta

Time Needed

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Total Time: 25 minutes

Instructions

• Cook the pasta until al dente according to package directions.
• Prepare the pesto sauce while the pasta is cooking.
• Blend the cashews, basil, garlic, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, olive oil, and water in a food processor until smooth and creamy.
• Drain the pasta and return it to the pot when it is done.
• Add the pesto sauce to the pot and stir until the pasta is well coated.
• Warm the pasta for 2-3 minutes in a saucepan over low heat.
• Season to taste with salt and pepper.
• Serve immediately.

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