Barilla Roasted Red Pepper Alfredo Rotini Pasta
Barilla Roasted Red Pepper Alfredo Rotini Pasta
An appetizing alfredo alternative made of cashews, cauliflower and coconut milk
55 minutes total
Whether you're vegan or trying to cut back on dairy, here's an alfredo pasta recipe for you, thanks to Registered Dietitian, Nicole Osinga from @nicoleosinga_rd. Using cashews, plant-based milk and nutritional yeast to create a creamy texture, plus high-quality Barilla Rotini pasta and roasted red peppers for a colourful and flavourful kick, this recipe is ready to be your new dinnertime staple.
Ingredients
Serves 4
1/2 box | Barilla Rotini pasta |
2 cups | cauliflower |
1/2 cup | raw cashews |
4 | garlic cloves, chopped |
1 tbsp | extra virgin olive oil |
1 | large red bell pepper |
1/4 cup | nutritional yeast |
1 cup | canned coconut milk |
Disclaimer
Individuals with allergies or specific dietary concerns should verify that the ingredients they utilize for the recipes comply with their restrictions. *Such a line meets the VEGAN, GLUTEN FREE, LACTOSE-FREE AND KOSHER needs
Method
Step 1
Bring 2 pots of water to a boil. In one pot, add the cauliflower and cashews. In the other pot, add the Barilla Rotini pasta. Cook the Barilla Rotini pasta according to package directions until al dente. Cook the cauliflower and cashews for about 10-15 minutes, until they are both soft.
Step 2
Meanwhile, add the olive oil to a pan over medium heat. Add the chopped garlic and sauté until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
Step 3
Prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper. Steam the bell pepper in a microwave or veggie steamer for a few minutes until soft, then put under the broiler for 20 minutes until it's slightly charred (flipping halfway through).
Step 4
When the cauliflower and cashews are soft, add them into a high-speed blender with the canned coconut milk. Add in the nutritional yeast, garlic, and roasted pepper. Blend sauce on high until completely smooth.
Step 5
Toss Barilla Rotini pasta with the sauce and enjoy!

Rotini
Rotini, (meaning "twists"), are two-inch lengths of thick, corkscrew-like pasta from Northern Italy. Its playful form adds visual intrigue to dishes, while its texture captures sauces and dressings with ease, making it a versatile option for salads, casseroles, and pasta bakes.
- Shape Short en-ca
- Cook time 7 mins
- Pack size 410 g
- Range Classic Blue Box
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