Vegan Artichoke Pasta

Vegan Artichoke Pasta is a delightful and hearty dish that combines tender pasta with a creamy artichoke sauce, fresh vegetables, and aromatic herbs. This dish is not only comforting but also packed with nutrients, making it a perfect meal for any day of the week.

Ingredients

• Pasta (spaghetti or fettuccine) - 200 grams
• Canned artichoke hearts - 1 cup, drained and chopped
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Cherry tomatoes - 1 cup, halved
• Spinach - 2 cups, fresh
• Nutritional yeast - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh basil - for garnish

Steps

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Add the chopped artichoke hearts and halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the tomatoes begin to soften.
4. Stir in the fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.
5. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, along with the reserved pasta water, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Toss everything together until well combined and heated through.
6. Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 70 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from cherry tomatoes and spinach.
• High in fiber due to artichoke hearts and whole grain pasta.

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