Description
Elevate your meal with this Vegan Crack Pasta Salad, a creamy and flavorful dish that’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser at any gathering. This salad features a luscious cashew-based dressing that rivals traditional pasta salads, making it perfect for work lunches, picnics, potlucks, or even tailgates. With its vibrant mix of fresh vegetables and wholesome ingredients, this salad is not only delicious but also nutritious. Quick and easy to prepare in just 25 minutes, you can customize it with your favorite veggies for an extra personal touch. Enjoy the rich flavors and satisfying texture of this delightful vegan dish.
Ingredients
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- ½ cup raw cashews, soaked
- 1 Tablespoon unsweetened plain plant milk
- 1 Tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 Tablespoons water
- ¼ cup distilled white vinegar
- ¼ teaspoon reduced-sodium tamari
- 2 teaspoons white miso
- 1 teaspoon organic maple syrup
- 1 Tablespoon nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 Tablespoon dried minced onions
- ¼ teaspoon dried ground mustard powder
- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 2 teaspoons freeze dried chives
- ¾ teaspoon sea salt (+/-)
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper (+/-)
- 2 cups frozen baby peas, thawed
- 10 to 12 oz. fusilli pasta, cooked and cooled
- ¾ cup red onion, fine dice
- Freshly chopped chives
Instructions
- Soak the raw cashews in boiling water for about 20 minutes, then drain.
- Blend soaked cashews with plant milk, lemon juice, vinegar, tamari, and remaining dressing ingredients until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine thawed peas, cooked fusilli pasta, and diced red onion. Toss gently.
- Gradually mix in the dressing until everything is well-coated.
- Refrigerate for at least one hour before serving for optimal flavor.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg