Creamy Fettuccine with Peas and Basil

Dairy Free
Health score
17%
Creamy Fettuccine with Peas and Basil
45 min.
4
485kcal

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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our Creamy Fettuccine with Peas and Basil, a dish that perfectly balances flavor and nutrition. This dairy-free recipe is not only easy to prepare but also ready in just 45 minutes, making it an ideal choice for a quick lunch or a satisfying main course. With each serving clocking in at 485 calories, you can enjoy a guilt-free meal that is both hearty and wholesome.

The star of this dish is the creamy sauce made from rich cashew butter, which provides a luscious texture without any dairy. Combined with the vibrant sweetness of frozen peas and the aromatic freshness of chopped basil, this fettuccine is a feast for the senses. The whole-wheat pasta adds a nutty flavor and a boost of fiber, ensuring that you feel full and satisfied.

Whether you're looking for a side dish to complement your dinner or a main dish that stands on its own, this recipe is versatile enough to fit any occasion. The combination of garlic, black pepper, and olive oil creates a fragrant base that elevates the entire dish. So gather your ingredients and get ready to impress your family and friends with this deliciously creamy, plant-based pasta that is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • 0.5 cup cashew butter at room temperature
  • ounces fettuccine barilla whole-wheat
  • 0.5 cup basil fresh chopped
  • tablespoon garlic chopped
  • 1.5 teaspoons kosher salt divided
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  • 1.5 cups peas frozen

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk

Directions

  1. In a bowl, whisk oat milk, cashewbutter and 1/2 teaspoon salt until biglumps disappear. In a large nonstickskillet, heat oil over medium heat.Cook garlic, stirring, until golden,1 minute. Stir in milk mixture;reduce heat to low and simmer,stirring frequently, until thick andfragrant, 2 minutes. Stir in peas;turn off heat. Cook pasta asdirected on package with remaining1 teaspoon salt until just tender.
  2. Drainpasta, reserving 1 cup cookingliquid.
  3. Heat milk and pea mixtureover low heat for 2 minutes. Toss inpasta; add cooking water as neededto thin sauce to desired thickness;toss to thoroughly coat pasta.
  4. Garnishwith basil and black pepper; serve.
  5. Self

Nutrition Facts

Calories485kcal
Protein13.53%
Fat39.91%
Carbs46.56%

Properties

Glycemic Index
55.08
Glycemic Load
19.29
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
21.665652052216%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.01mg
Epicatechin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:484.85kcal
24.24%
Fat:22.08g
33.97%
Saturated Fat:4.32g
27.01%
Carbohydrates:57.96g
19.32%
Net Carbohydrates:52.2g
18.98%
Sugar:4.18g
4.64%
Cholesterol:47.63mg
15.88%
Sodium:892.06mg
38.79%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:16.84g
33.69%
Selenium:49.65µg
70.92%
Manganese:1.07mg
53.53%
Copper:0.99mg
49.32%
Phosphorus:346.74mg
34.67%
Magnesium:136.26mg
34.06%
Vitamin C:22.91mg
27.77%
Vitamin K:28.77µg
27.4%
Zinc:3.47mg
23.11%
Vitamin B1:0.35mg
23.08%
Fiber:5.76g
23.05%
Iron:3.67mg
20.37%
Folate:75.69µg
18.92%
Vitamin B6:0.33mg
16.26%
Vitamin B3:2.88mg
14.41%
Potassium:466.15mg
13.32%
Vitamin A:610.92IU
12.22%
Vitamin B2:0.19mg
11.03%
Vitamin B5:0.98mg
9.8%
Calcium:57.81mg
5.78%
Vitamin E:0.81mg
5.42%
Vitamin B12:0.16µg
2.74%
Vitamin D:0.17µg
1.13%
Source:Epicurious