Pasta con Crema di Noci e Alga

Pasta con Crema di Noci e Alga is a delightful vegan dish that combines the richness of walnut cream with the umami flavor of seaweed, creating a unique seafood-like experience. This creamy pasta dish is both satisfying and nourishing, perfect for a special dinner or a cozy meal at home.

Ingredients

• Pasta (spaghetti or linguine) - 160 grams
• Walnuts - 100 grams
• Nutritional yeast - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Algae (dried nori or wakame) - 10 grams
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh parsley (for garnish) - a handful, chopped

Steps

1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and reserve some pasta water.
2. In a pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
3. In a blender, combine the walnuts, nutritional yeast, sautéed garlic, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Blend until smooth, adding a little reserved pasta water to reach a creamy consistency.
4. If using dried algae, soak it in warm water for 10 minutes until rehydrated, then chop it into small pieces.
5. In the pan with the garlic oil, add the cooked pasta, walnut cream, and chopped algae. Toss to combine, adding more pasta water if needed to achieve the desired creaminess.
6. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 200 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 30 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 27 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids from walnuts, which support heart health.
• High in fiber from the pasta and algae, promoting digestive health.

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