Description

This creamy roasted red pepper pasta is a vibrant, dairy-free dish perfect for a quick and nutritious meal. Silken tofu creates a smooth, velvety sauce enriched with roasted red peppers and umami from nutritional yeast and soy sauce. Ready in under 30 minutes, this recipe is both simple and delicious.

Ingredients

Scale

Pasta

300g pasta (penne recommended)

Sauce

200g jar roasted red peppers
290g silken tofu, drained
2 tbsp nutritional yeast
2 tsp low-sodium soy sauce
½ lemon, juiced

Garnish

10g chives, finely sliced (optional)

Instructions

Cook the pasta: Bring a large pan of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Once cooked, drain the pasta using a slotted spoon to retain some cooking water if desired.
Prepare the sauce: In a high-powered blender, combine the roasted red peppers, drained silken tofu, nutritional yeast, soy sauce, and lemon juice. Blitz until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy.
Heat the sauce: Pour the blended sauce into a saucepan and warm it over medium heat, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking and to heat through evenly.
Combine pasta and sauce: Add the cooked pasta directly into the saucepan with the warmed sauce. Mix thoroughly to ensure the pasta is well coated with the sauce. Season lightly with salt and pepper to taste if desired.
Serve: Divide the pasta between two bowls and sprinkle finely sliced chives on top if using. Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.

Notes

You can substitute penne with any pasta of your choice including gluten-free varieties.
Adjust the lemon juice to your taste for more acidity.
For a spicier version, consider adding a pinch of chili flakes to the sauce.
Storing leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge is possible for up to 2 days; reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of water to loosen the sauce.
Silken tofu provides a creamy texture without the use of dairy, making this recipe vegan.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Italian-inspired

Keywords: roasted red pepper pasta, vegan pasta recipe, dairy-free pasta sauce, tofu pasta sauce, quick pasta dish, healthy pasta