Vegan Sweet Corn Pasta

Vegan Sweet Corn Pasta is a delightful, creamy dish that celebrates the natural sweetness of corn paired with al dente pasta. This vibrant and comforting meal is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a special occasion.

Ingredients

• Pasta (spaghetti or fettuccine) - 200 grams
• Sweet corn (fresh or frozen) - 1 cup (150 grams)
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic (minced) - 2 cloves
• Nutritional yeast - 3 tablespoons
• Plant-based milk - 1 cup (240 ml)
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Fresh basil (chopped) - 1/4 cup
• Cherry tomatoes (halved) - 1/2 cup
• Pine nuts (optional, for garnish) - 2 tablespoons

Steps

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and add the minced garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Add the sweet corn to the skillet and cook for another 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally until heated through.
4. Stir in the nutritional yeast, plant-based milk, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the mixture is warmed and slightly thickened.
5. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet along with a bit of the reserved pasta water, tossing to combine until the pasta is well coated with the sauce.
6. Remove from heat and stir in the fresh basil and cherry tomatoes. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
7. Serve immediately, garnished with pine nuts if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 14 g
• Carbs: 70 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in fiber, which can aid digestion.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from corn and fresh herbs.

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