Vegan Zucchini Pasta Sauce
A rich and creamy vegan zucchini pasta sauce made from simple, wholesome ingredients that delivers flavor without guilt.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2-4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchinis
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup cashews (soaked)
- 1/2 cup vegetable broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil (optional)
Instructions
- Sautéing garlic and zucchini: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped zucchini and minced garlic, sauté for about 5-7 minutes until soft.
- Blending to creamy perfection: In a blender, combine the sautéed zucchini and garlic with soaked cashews, vegetable broth, and a good pinch of salt and pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Preparing for the perfect plate: Serve the sauce over your favorite pasta and garnish with fresh basil if desired.
Notes
Make sure to soak your cashews beforehand for at least 2 hours for a creamy consistency. Adjust the sauce thickness by adding more vegetable broth or blending longer.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Find it online: https://cookingwithmayaa.com/vegan-zucchini-pasta-sauce/