How to Make Vegan Pasta Al Limone | Minimalist Baker Recipes

nutritional yeast

🥗Healthier: ground flaxseed

💰Cheaper: parmesan cheese

Ground flaxseed adds a nutty flavor and is often less expensive.

pasta

🥗Healthier: whole wheat pasta

💰Cheaper: spaghetti

Whole wheat pasta adds fiber and nutrients.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is a more budget-friendly option.

fresh parsley

🥗Healthier: arugula

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Dried herbs can be more economical and still provide flavor.

Boil water in a large pot and add salt.

Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain.

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.

Stir in lemon juice, lemon zest, and vegetable broth, cooking for 2-3 minutes.

Add cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce.

Mix in nutritional yeast, black pepper, and red pepper flakes to taste.

Add capers and spinach, cooking until spinach wilts, about 2 minutes.

Garnish with cherry tomatoes before serving.

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