This Organic Creamy Mushroom and Spinach Pasta is a decadent yet healthy plant-based meal that will impress even non-vegans. The organic cashew-based sauce creates a rich, creamy texture without dairy, while organic mushrooms and organic spinach add deep umami flavor and a boost of nutrients.
This dish is perfect for weeknight dinners, date nights, or meal prep because it comes together in under 40 minutes with simple, wholesome ingredients.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients
For the Pasta:
- 12 oz organic pasta (penne, fettuccine, or spaghetti)
- 1 tbsp organic olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
For the Creamy Sauce:
- 1 cup organic cashews (soaked in hot water for 10 minutes)
- 1 1/4 cups organic unsweetened almond milk
- 2 tbsp organic nutritional yeast
- 1 tbsp organic lemon juice
- 2 tsp organic Dijon mustard
- 1 clove organic garlic
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
For the Mushrooms & Spinach:
- 1 tbsp organic olive oil
- 1 organic onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves organic garlic, minced
- 2 cups organic cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 3 cups organic fresh spinach
- 1/2 tsp organic red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/4 cup organic fresh basil, chopped
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil water in a large pot, add salt, and cook organic pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Make the Cashew Cream Sauce: Blend soaked organic cashews, organic almond milk, organic nutritional yeast, organic lemon juice, organic Dijon mustard, organic garlic, organic salt, and organic black pepper until completely smooth. Set aside.
- Sauté the Aromatics & Mushrooms: In a large pan, heat organic olive oil over medium heat. Add organic onions and cook for 3-4 minutes. Stir in organic garlic and sliced organic mushrooms, cooking for 5-7 minutes until mushrooms are browned and soft.
- Add the Spinach: Stir in organic spinach and cook for another 2 minutes until wilted.
- Combine Everything: Reduce heat to low, pour in the creamy cashew sauce, and stir to combine. Let the sauce warm through for 2-3 minutes.
- Toss with Pasta: Add the cooked organic pasta to the pan, tossing everything together until evenly coated. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of organic almond milk to loosen it.
- Final Touches: Stir in organic fresh basil and sprinkle organic red pepper flakes if you like a little heat.
- Serve & Enjoy: Plate the pasta, garnish with extra basil, and enjoy!
Serving Suggestions
- Pair with a fresh organic side salad.
- Serve with organic garlic bread for a satisfying meal.