One pot creamy pesto pasta
Creamy pesto pasta made in one pot with fresh spinach, tomatoes, and garlic for an easy and comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 5–10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main Course
- Method: One-Pot / Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
250 g tagliatelle or fettuccine
1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
2 cups fresh spinach
A handful of fresh basil leaves
3–4 garlic cloves (thinly sliced)
4 tbsp green pesto
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1 cup oat cream (or other plant-based cream)
1 cup vegetable stock
Salt & pepper (to taste)
Optional:
Chili flakes
Vegan parmesan (for topping)
Instructions
Layer Ingredients: In a wide pan, place pasta in the center. Arrange cherry tomatoes on one side and spinach with basil on the other. Scatter sliced garlic over everything.
Season: Spoon pesto over the pasta. Sprinkle Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and optional chili flakes.
Add Liquids: Pour in oat cream and vegetable stock until the pasta is mostly covered.
Cook: Cover and cook over medium heat for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. Add extra stock if needed.
Create Sauce: Once pasta is al dente and liquid has reduced, stir everything together until creamy and well combined.
Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve hot with chili flakes or vegan parmesan if desired.
Notes
Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking and prevent sticking.
Add mushrooms or zucchini for extra veggies.
Use dairy cream and parmesan if not vegan.
Adjust pesto amount based on flavor preference.
Find it online: http://elladishes.com/one-pot-creamy-pesto-pasta/
