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Vegan Protein Pasta

Deliciously Nutritious Vegan Protein Pasta for Every Occasion

2servings
25 min
Easy
Weeknight-friendly timingMacros ready to logPlan-friendly portions
Vegan Protein Pasta

About this recipe

Indulge in this delightful vegan protein pasta, a nutritious and satisfying meal perfect for lunch or dinner. Packed with plant-based protein and vibrant vegetables, this recipe combines wholesome ingredients to create a delicious dish that will leave you feeling fueled and energized.

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces vegan protein pasta
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
  • 1 cup cooked chickpeas
  • 1 cup fresh spinach
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast

Directions

  1. 1

    Cook the protein pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.

  2. 2

    Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Sauté diced onion and minced garlic until onion is translucent.

  3. 3

    Add cherry tomatoes, vegetable broth, and chickpeas to the pan. Stir and bring to a simmer.

  4. 4

    Mix in fresh spinach, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Cook until spinach wilts.

  5. 5

    Stir in nutritional yeast for a cheesy flavor.

  6. 6

    Toss the cooked pasta with the sauce in the pan until well coated.

  7. 7

    Simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes, ensuring the pasta is heated through.

  8. 8

    Serve hot garnished with extra nutritional yeast, if desired.

Chef's tip

For extra flavor, consider adding a squeeze of lemon juice before serving.

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