Vegan Pesto Pasta
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Vegan Pesto Pasta
40 minutes total
Looking for a delicious and healthy Vegan pasta recipe? Look no further than this Vegan pesto pasta recipe! Made with fresh basil, garlic, tofu and pine nuts, this pesto sauce is packed with flavor and nutrition. Toss it with your favorite pasta and some fresh veggies for a satisfying and nutritious meal that's perfect for any occasion. Whether you're a Vegan or just looking for an alternative to traditional pesto pasta, this recipe is sure to become a new favorite in your kitchen. So why wait? Let's get cooking!
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Ingredients
Serves 4
320g (11,3 oz) | Barilla® Spaghetti No. 5 |
1 clove | Garlic |
40 g | Basil |
20 g | Pine nuts |
100 ml | Extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) |
30 g | Gomasio or crushed white sesame seeds |
50 g | Soft tofu |
To taste | Salt, pepper |
Disclaimer
Individuals with allergies or specific dietary concerns should verify that the ingredients they utilize for the recipes comply with their restrictions.
Method
Step 1
Here are the 3 easy steps to prepare a Vegan pasta with pesto genovese:
Step 2
To prepare the Vegan pesto put in a blender the basil, pine nuts, salt to taste, garlic, soft tofu, gomasio or crushed white sesame seeds, the olive oil and blend until smooth.
- basil
- pine nuts
- salt
- garlic
- soft tofu
- gomasio
- white sesame seeds
- extra virgin olive oil (EVOO)
Step 3
Cook the pasta in lightly salted boiling water and drain when al dente.
Step 4
Dress with the pesto and, if it seems too thick, dilute it with a glass of the pasta cooking water and serve.
- vegan pesto
Passive cooking
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Tip
In conclusion, this Vegan pesto pasta recipe is a delicious alternative to traditional pesto pasta. It is easy to make, packed with nutrients, and bursting with flavor. The combination of fresh basil, garlic, tofu and pine nuts creates a creamy and savory sauce that pairs perfectly with any type of pasta. Whether you are a Vegan or simply looking for a tasty and nutritious meal, this recipe is sure to satisfy your cravings. So, give it a try and enjoy a satisfying meal that is both delicious and nutritious.

Spaghetti N°5
Since 1877 Barilla produces semolina pasta with the utmost attention to quality. Indeed, today as then, Barilla selects the best hard grains and carefully monitors all the stages of processing. Because it is only thanks to this care that a pasta is created with the ideal consistency, which best holds the baking and guarantees excellent results in all kinds of preparation.
- Shape Sèaghetti
- Cook time 10 mins
- Pack size 500g
- Range Classic Blue Box