Vegan Cilantro Lime Pasta

Vegan Cilantro Lime Pasta is a refreshing and zesty dish that combines the vibrant flavors of cilantro and lime with pasta for a delightful meal. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a light lunch.

Vegan Cilantro Lime Pasta
20 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
American
400 kcal

Ingredients

  • Pasta (spaghetti or linguine) - 200 grams
  • Fresh cilantro - 1 cup, chopped
  • Lime juice - 2 tablespoons
  • Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
  • Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
  • Nutritional yeast - 2 tablespoons
  • Salt - 1 teaspoon
  • Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Cherry tomatoes - 150 grams, halved
  • Avocado - 1 medium, sliced

Steps

  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet along with chopped cilantro, lime juice, nutritional yeast, salt, and black pepper. Toss until well combined.
  4. Fold in the halved cherry tomatoes gently to avoid smashing them.
  5. Serve the pasta topped with sliced avocado and extra cilantro, if desired.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 400
  • Protein: 10 g
  • Carbs: 60 g
  • Fiber: 10 g
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 300 mg
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg
  • Total Fat: 16 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
  • Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

  • Rich in antioxidants from cilantro and tomatoes.
  • Provides healthy fats from avocado.
  • High in fiber from pasta and vegetables.

Tags

AmericanVeganPasta Dish