Pâtes à la Saucisse Végétale

Pâtes à la Saucisse Végétale is a delightful vegetarian pasta dish that combines the hearty flavors of plant-based sausage with fresh vegetables and a creamy sauce, creating a comforting meal. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, this dish is both satisfying and nutritious.

Ingredients

• Pasta (penne or fusilli) - 200 grams
• Vegetarian sausage - 150 grams, sliced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Red bell pepper - 1, diced
• Zucchini - 1, diced
• Spinach - 100 grams, fresh
• Vegetable broth - 150 ml
• Heavy cream (or plant-based cream) - 100 ml
• Parmesan cheese (or nutritional yeast for vegan) - 30 grams, grated
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh basil - for garnish

Steps

1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced vegetarian sausage and cook until browned, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the minced garlic, diced red bell pepper, and zucchini to the skillet. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
4. Stir in the fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes.
5. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a simmer. Then add the heavy cream and stir to combine.
6. Mix in the cooked pasta and grated Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
7. Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil.

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 70 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 25 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 6 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from the vegetarian sausage.
• Contains a variety of vitamins and minerals from the fresh vegetables.

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