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Creamy White Bean Pasta

Creamy White Bean Pasta: Easy Vegan Delight in 20 Minutes

This Creamy White Bean Pasta is a delightful vegan dish that combines plant-based protein and fiber for a nutritious meal.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 1 pound Pasta Use any type you love; gluten-free options work wonderfully.
For the Sauce
  • 1 15.5 oz can White Beans drained; can substitute with cannellini or Great Northern beans.
  • 1 medium Onion diced; yellow or white onion works best.
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced; fresh garlic is preferred.
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil extra virgin for enhanced flavor or substitute with avocado oil.
  • 2 teaspoons Lemon Juice fresh lemon juice is recommended.
  • 1 cup Pasta Water reserved; adjust quantity for desired thickness.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt enhances overall flavor.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper adjust for more intensity.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes optional for a hint of spice.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley chopped; great garnish.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Medium skillet
  • Blender

Method
 

Cooking Directions
  1. Step 1: Cook Pasta - Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook until al dente, reserving 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. Step 2: Sauté Onions and Garlic - Heat olive oil in a skillet, add onion and garlic, sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.
  3. Step 3: Blend Sauce - Transfer sautéed onion and garlic to a blender. Add white beans, half of reserved pasta water, and lemon juice. Blend until smooth.
  4. Step 4: Heat Sauce - Pour the sauce back into the skillet, heat gently, and season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
  5. Step 5: Combine with Pasta - Add drained pasta to the skillet, toss gently to coat with sauce, and finish with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 15gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 12gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Store any leftover creamy white bean pasta in an airtight container for up to 3-5 days. If it thickens, rehydrate with a little pasta water when reheating.

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