Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Vegan Rasta Pasta, a creamy and colorful dish inspired by Caribbean cuisine. This plant-based delight combines al dente pasta with a luscious coconut milk sauce, packed with aromatic spices and fresh vegetables. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this recipe offers a burst of tropical flavor that satisfies cravings while remaining entirely vegan. With its ease of preparation and versatility, you can customize it to suit your taste preferences. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this delightful meal that is as visually appealing as it is delicious!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces pasta
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
- 3 green onions, chopped
- 1 medium tomato, chopped
- 1 medium red bell pepper, cut into strips
- 1 can coconut milk
- 1 cup non-dairy cheese shreds (or nutritional yeast)
- 1 teaspoon curry powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
- Pinch of nutmeg
- Pinch of cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 small Scotch Bonnet pepper for flavor (or 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper)
- Fresh parsley leaves (for garnish)
Instructions
- Boil the Pasta: In a large pot of salted water, cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté Aromatics: In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt coconut oil. Add onions and sauté until soft. Stir in green onions, garlic, and ginger; cook until fragrant.
- Build the Sauce: Add tomatoes and spices to the pan. Once tomatoes soften, mix in bell peppers, coconut milk, and salt. Bring to a boil.
- Simmer & Combine: Reduce heat and let the sauce simmer for about 7 minutes until thickened. Stir in the cooked pasta to coat evenly.
- Add Cheese & Serve: Incorporate non-dairy cheese or nutritional yeast until melted and creamy. Plate and garnish with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 530mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg