Description
A delightful blend of flavors that brings the spice and excitement of Cajun cuisine to your dinner table, this pasta is creamy, comforting, and completely vegan.
Ingredients
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- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 oz pasta (penne or fettuccine)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (or water for oil-free)
- 1/2 onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup mushrooms or tofu (optional, for extra protein)
- 1 cup canned coconut milk or cashew cream
- 1/2 cup vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast (optional, for cheesy flavor)
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a small bowl, mix together all spices for the Cajun spice blend and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the onions and bell peppers, sauté for 3-5 minutes until softened. Stir in the garlic and mushrooms or tofu, cooking for another 2 minutes.
- Pour in the coconut milk or cashew cream and vegetable broth, then add the Cajun spice blend, stirring well. Let the sauce simmer for 5 minutes to thicken.
- Add the cooked pasta into the skillet and toss to coat. Squeeze in lemon juice and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
Customize the spice level or add more veggies based on personal preference. This dish pairs well with a side salad or garlic bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg