YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Healthy Creamy Cashew Alfredo Pasta
Enjoy a velvety twist on traditional Alfredo with a creamy cashew sauce brightened by lemon and nutritional yeast. Light whole wheat pasta is tossed with fresh spinach, sautéed garlic, and extra firm tofu to boost the protein content, creating a satisfying and balanced meal perfect for any time of the day.
INGREDIENTS
2 oz Whole Wheat Pasta
1/8 cup Raw Cashews
1/4 cup Nonfat Greek Yogurt
1 Tbsp Nutritional Yeast
170g Extra Firm Tofu
1/2 cup Spinach
1 clove Garlic
1 Tbsp Lemon Juice
Salt & Black Pepper (to taste)
PREPARATION
Cook the whole wheat pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a high-speed blender, combine raw cashews, nonfat Greek yogurt, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Blend until completely smooth and creamy.
Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat and add the minced garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Crumble the extra firm tofu into the pan and gently stir, cooking for 3-4 minutes until lightly golden on the edges.
Add the fresh spinach and cook until just wilted, about 1-2 minutes.
Lower the heat and stir in the creamy cashew sauce, allowing the tofu and spinach to warm through and absorb the flavors.
Toss in the cooked pasta, mixing well so that it is evenly coated with the sauce. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
Serve hot and enjoy a balanced meal that's rich in texture and flavor.