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Vegan Creamy Mushroom Pasta

This vegan creamy mushroom pasta features tender cremini mushrooms coated in a velvety cashew and herb sauce, creating a rich yet plant-based comfort dish. The pasta is cooked to al dente and tossed with sautéed mushrooms, resulting in a silky, flavorful meal with a vibrant citrus aroma. The final dish boasts a creamy, earthy texture with fresh herbal notes and a bright lemon finish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup cashews soaked at least 4 hours or overnight
  • 250 g cremini mushrooms sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp nutritional yeast adds cheesy flavor
  • 1 lemon for juice
  • 250 g pasta fettuccine or linguine
  • 2 tbsp olive oil for sautéing
  • Fresh herbs parsley or thyme, chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Blender
  • Pot
  • Colander
  • Wooden spoon
  • Sharp knife

Method
 

  1. Drain the soaked cashews and transfer them to a blender, adding half a cup of water, the juice of half a lemon, nutritional yeast, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy, about 1-2 minutes. Set aside.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add your pasta and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside, saving a cup of pasta water.
  3. While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced cremini mushrooms and sauté until they release their juices and turn golden brown, about 5-7 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  4. Pour the cashew sauce into the skillet with the mushrooms. Stir well and simmer gently over low heat for about 3-5 minutes, until the sauce slightly thickens and flavors meld. Taste and adjust with more lemon juice, salt, or pepper as needed.
  5. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss gently to coat evenly with the sauce. If the sauce is too thick, splash in some reserved pasta water and stir until silky and smooth.
  6. Finish by stirring in chopped fresh herbs and a squeeze of lemon juice. Serve immediately, garnished with extra herbs if desired, for a vibrant, creamy mushroom pasta that’s ready to enjoy.