Creamy Vegan Harissa Pasta
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
3
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Calories
334 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
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Cuisine
Fusion
Creamy Vegan Harissa Pasta
Description
This pasta dish combines spaghetti cooked in a skillet with a liquid mixture of harissa paste, sliced mushrooms, garlic, onion, and bell pepper, infused with dried oregano and parsley for herbal brightness. The mushrooms provide an earthy background while the harissa paste contributes smoky, spicy heat. Cooking the pasta directly in the sauce allows the noodles to absorb the flavors as they soften.
The richness comes from adding nondairy cashew cream or silken tofu blended with water, which creates a smooth, creamy sauce without dairy. Vegan parmesan cheese adds a salty, cheesy dimension, balanced by nutritional yeast to enhance umami. Frequent stirring prevents noodles from sticking and helps distribute heat evenly.
The pasta is garnished with fresh chopped parsley and vegan parmesan for a fresh finish. Variations accommodate dietary needs with nut-free, soy-free, or gluten-free adjustments, making it adaptable. Adding chickpeas or toasted pine nuts can boost protein and texture.
Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons neutral cooking oil generic cooking oil
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 cup onion chopped
- 4 ounces mushroom thinly sliced
- 3 tablespoons harissa paste
- 1 teaspoon oregano dried
- 1 teaspoon parsley dried
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 1/2 red bell pepper sliced
- 2.5 cups water or stock
- 6 ounces spaghetti or other pasta of choice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt or more
To add later:
- 1/2 cup cashew cream 1/3 cup of cashews blended with 1/2 cup of water OR 1/2 cup silken tofu blended with 2 tbsp water, or tofu cream
- 3 tablespoons vegan parmesan cheese
For garnish:
- parsley chopped
- vegan parmesan chopped
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the oil. Once the oil is hot add the garlic, onion, and a good pinch of salt. Cook until the onion is translucent.
- Then mix in the mushrooms and harissa paste and cook until the mushrooms are just about cooked. You can reserve some of the mushrooms for garnish at this point or continue with the next step.
- Mix in all of the herbs and nutritional yeast. Then add in the bell pepper, water or stock and salt.
- Let the liquid get boiling hot, then add the spaghetti and press it into the liquid. Cover with the lid and continue to cook for about 11 to 16 minutes, depending on your stove and the skillet and the spaghetti. Check after 10 minutes and stir really well so that noodles don't stick to each other. If you need more water, you can add some hot water at this point.
- When the spaghetti is cooked to preference, add in the nondairy cream along with the vegan parmesan. Once the sauce is boiling, switch off the heat.
- Taste carefully and adjust salt and flavor, then serve it in bowls topped with some more vegan parmesan and a sprinkle of fresh parsley. If you have reserved some of the mushrooms, add those now, as well.
Notes
- For nut-free version, use tofu cream and ensure vegan parmesan is nut-free.
- For soy-free version, use cashew cream and confirm vegan parmesan is soy-free.
- Gluten-free pasta can be substituted if needed.
- Adding toasted pine nuts, crispy tofu, or chickpeas can increase protein content.
- Harissa paste can be substituted with a homemade blend of spices and tomato paste with roasted bell pepper.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 3Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 334 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 334kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 55g | 18% |
| Protein | 14g | 28% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 488mg | 20% |
| Potassium | 543mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 925IU | 19% |
| Vitamin C | 41mg | 46% |
| Calcium | 64mg | 6% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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