Description
A flavorful vegan twist on a Cajun classic, this creamy pasta dish features tender noodles enveloped in a coconut milk sauce spiced with Cajun seasoning and fresh vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (penne or fusilli)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 can (14 oz) coconut milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat until it shimmers, about 1-2 minutes.
- Add the diced bell pepper, onion, and minced garlic to the skillet. Sauté until softened and aromatic, about 5-7 minutes.
- Sprinkle in the Cajun seasoning and stir through the veggies for about 1 minute.
- Pour in the coconut milk, whisk until smooth, and let the mixture simmer for 3-5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and gently toss to combine, ensuring every noodle is coated.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Plate immediately and garnish with fresh parsley.
Notes
For extra creaminess, use full-fat coconut milk. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. It freezes beautifully for up to a month.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: vegan pasta, Cajun pasta, creamy pasta, comfort food, easy recipes
