Pasta con Salsa de Cacahuate

Pasta con Salsa de Cacahuate is a creamy and nutty vegan pasta dish that combines the rich flavors of peanuts with fresh vegetables. This delightful meal is quick to prepare and offers a unique twist on traditional pasta recipes.

Pasta con Salsa de Cacahuate
30 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Spanish
500 kcal

Ingredients

  • Pasta (spaghetti or linguine) - 200 grams
  • Peanut butter (smooth) - 3 tablespoons
  • Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
  • Lime juice - 1 tablespoon
  • Garlic (minced) - 2 cloves
  • Fresh ginger (grated) - 1 teaspoon
  • Vegetable broth - 150 ml
  • Red bell pepper (sliced) - 1 medium
  • Carrot (julienned) - 1 medium
  • Green onions (sliced) - 2 stalks
  • Cilantro (chopped) - 2 tablespoons
  • Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
  • Salt - to taste
  • Black pepper - to taste

Steps

  1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, minced garlic, grated ginger, and vegetable broth until smooth.
  3. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced red bell pepper and julienned carrot, sautéing for about 5-7 minutes until slightly softened.
  4. Pour the peanut sauce into the skillet, stirring to combine with the vegetables. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
  5. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat evenly with the sauce. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  6. Serve immediately, garnished with sliced green onions and chopped cilantro.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 500
  • Protein: 16 g
  • Carbs: 70 g
  • Fiber: 5 g
  • Sugar: 4 g
  • Sodium: 600 mg
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg
  • Total Fat: 20 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
  • Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

  • Rich in protein from peanut butter, supporting muscle health.
  • Packed with vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.

Tags

SpanishVeganPasta Dish