Spinach sauce pasta (vegan recipe)

Name: Spinach sauce pasta (vegan recipe)
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Ingredients: 350 g baby spinach (if using regular spinach remove most of the stalks); 5 garlic cloves; 1 tbsp dried oregano; 5 leaves fresh basil (can use parsley or coriander); 300 g silken tofu; 1 tbsp butter; 450 ml vegetable stock (check notes); 2 tsp black pepper powder; Salt to taste; 250 g pasta; Parmesan cheese to serve

Creamy and silky smooth pasta sauce that comes together in 5 minutes, with a handful ingredients this recipe can be cooked in under 20 minutes from start to finish. It is so delicious and comforting, vibrant and flavorful, it is vegetarian but also can be served vegan.

The weather forecast in UAE for the next few days in rain. Not regular good old rain, no no, thunderstorms and a flow blown shower from the heavens above. The gloomy vibes have commenced in the light of which, this recipe was calling me but with a twist. DISCLAIMER: this recipe works anytime of the year and you do not need rain to enjoy it but the rain is a supporting actor. The overall recipe is simple to prepare but a little backstory on its relevance right now.

Growing up, I remember eating these spinach butter noodles that my mum would give me before school (it would start at noon) so this was my lunch. The noodles was always yummy but I would eat it with ketchup. This recipe is kind of an ode to that but I made a copy cat version of those noodles in my Spinach pasta recipe but this is purely a quick fix sauce that is high protein and happens to be vegetarian and vegan if you would like it to be. It literally takes me 15 minutes to make but if you fuss about then this might take you 25 minutes. Not bad for a quick fix wholesome weeknight meal to throw together. So let us get to it.

What ingredients do you need to make this spinach sauce pasta?

To make the sauce we need baby spinach, garlic cloves, dried oregano, fresh basil (or any fresh herb), vegetable stock, silken tofu, salt and pasta of your choice. Serve it with parmesan cheese – this is optional but a good finish.

What equipment do you need to make this spinach sauce pasta?

To make the sauce we need a sauté pan to wilt the spinach and cook the garlic cloves. The sauce is finished in a blender and the pasta is cooked in a stock pot, we strain out the water with a colander. A spatial helps stir things together and scrape down the sides of the blender while making the sauce.

Pro tips on making this spinach sauce pasta?

Under the pasta as we will cook it with the sauce again once it is stirred together hence we do not want it getting overcooked.
I like my pasta saucy hence I used all of it but if you prefer it more dry, add the sauce a little at a time into the pasta and adjust as needed.
The seasoning should be adjust at the end as the stock will be salty, the silken tofu might be salty, the pasta will be boiled in salt as well – hence one everything is mixed through season and then serve.

How to store the leftovers and reheat the pasta?

Storing the leftovers in an air tight container in the fridge is perfect and will keep well for 3-5 days. When ready to serve you can just reheat it in the microwave and while this over cooks the pasta it is not all that bad. Alternatively you can heat it gently over low heat in a small pan with a little water, covered for 5-10 minutes until hot.

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