Pasta aux Noix

Pasta aux Noix is a delightful vegan dish that blends the nutty flavors of walnuts with al dente pasta, creating a rich and satisfying meal. This French-inspired recipe is both simple to prepare and deeply comforting, perfect for a cozy dinner.

Ingredients

• Pasta (spaghetti or linguine) - 150 grams
• Walnuts - 100 grams, chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Nutritional yeast - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
2. While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and add the minced garlic. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
3. Add the chopped walnuts to the skillet and toast them lightly for about 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
4. Once the pasta is cooked, reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water and drain the rest.
5. Add the drained pasta to the skillet with garlic and walnuts, then pour in the reserved pasta cooking water, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Toss well to combine.
6. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped parsley. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
7. Serve immediately, garnished with extra parsley and walnuts if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 64 g
• Fiber: 7 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 150 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids from walnuts, promoting heart health.
• High in fiber which aids in digestion.

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