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Vegan Creamy Garlic Mushroom Pasta

A delightful dish that combines earthy mushrooms with a rich, creamy coconut milk sauce, perfect for quick and easy plant-based meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian, Vegan
Calories: 475
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta
  • 1 lb box of spaghetti (or linguine, pappardelle, or any gluten-free pasta) Choose a pasta that suits your preference.
Aromatics
  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil For a hint of sweetness and tropical flavor.
  • 1/2 cup red onion (88g), chopped finely Add depth to the dish.
  • 10 cloves garlic, minced Provides a fragrant, savory burst.
Mushroom Mixture
  • 1 lb cremini, baby Bella, or white button mushrooms, cleaned, dried, and sliced (454g) Each bite should be juicy and savory.
  • 1/4 cup parsley (or basil), chopped, plus extra for topping Adds brightness and color.
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt Essential for enhancing flavors.
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper Adds a touch of spice.
  • 1 can full-fat coconut milk (383g) Acts as the creamy sauce base.
  • Vegan Parmesan cheese (for sprinkling on top, optional) Adds a savory, cheesy flavor.

Method
 

Cooking the Pasta
  1. Begin by cooking your pasta according to the package instructions, ensuring it’s cooked to al dente. Reserve ¼ cup of the pasta water before draining.
Preparing the Aromatics
  1. In a pan over medium-high heat, heat the coconut oil. Add the chopped red onion and cook until translucent, around 5 minutes.
  2. Stir in the minced garlic, reducing the heat to medium, and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Cooking the Mushrooms
  1. Add the sliced mushrooms, parsley, sea salt, and black pepper to the pan. Cook undisturbed for 3-5 minutes, then flip and let them brown on the other side for another 3-5 minutes.
Combining Pasta and Sauce
  1. Pour in the reserved pasta water and stir well. Add the cooked pasta and mix thoroughly before stirring in the creamy coconut milk.
  2. Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes to meld the flavors.
Final Touches
  1. Remove from heat, sprinkle with vegan Parmesan cheese and additional chopped parsley before serving. Enjoy immediately!

Notes

Feel free to experiment with different mushrooms or add dried herbs for more flavor. You can also toast pine nuts or walnuts for added crunch.