Vegan Garlic Scape Pasta Recipe – Fresh & Flavorful (Print Version)

Discover this easy Vegan Garlic Scape Pasta recipe – fresh, simple, and bursting with earthy garlic flavors for a nourishing meal!

# Recipe Info:

Prep Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 20 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
Dietary: Vegan, Gluten-Free Option

# Ingredients:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 8 oz pasta (gluten-free if needed)
02 - 1 cup garlic scapes, chopped
03 - 1/3 cup olive oil
04 - 1/2 cup raw cashews
05 - 1/4 cup nutritional yeast
06 - 2 tbsp lemon juice
07 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ Optional Toppings

08 - Red pepper flakes
09 - Vegan parmesan
10 - Fresh parsley

# Instructions:

01 - Wash and chop garlic scapes, soak the cashews (if not pre-soaked), and measure out all remaining ingredients.
02 - Boil the pasta according to package instructions. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
03 - Sauté garlic scapes in olive oil until tender. Blend with soaked cashews, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, and pasta water until smooth.
04 - Pour the sauce over cooked pasta and toss to coat evenly. Adjust seasoning and garnish if desired. Serve warm.

# Notes:

01 - Use fresh garlic scapes for maximum flavor. \n Adjust the creaminess of the sauce with reserved pasta water. \n Store leftover sauce in the fridge for up to 3 days.

# Tools You'll Need:

01 - Blender or food processor
02 - skillet
03 - large pot
04 - knife
05 - cutting board

# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):

Calories: 320
Total Fat: 18g
Total Carbohydrate: 30g
Protein: 9g