This Vegan Mediterranean Pasta is packed with colorful mediterranean-inspired veggies for a fun and flavorful meal. Ready in about 30 minutes.
Pasta night does not have to have the same old boring flavors!
Personally, I love the fresh and diverse flavor profiles that you typically find in Mediterranean foods. Like falafel? I mean, come on. I like Mediterranean flavors so much, I turned them into nachos.
So why not also make a pasta version? This Vegan Mediterranean Pasta is a simple pasta dish with tons of veggies and lots of flavor!
Step 1. Cook the pasta according to the package directions. Reserve ½ cup pasta water.
Step 2. Heat a large pot over medium heat. Add the shallots, garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper. Cook 3-5 minutes, using a splash of pasta water to prevent sticking, until the shallots are starting to soften.
Step 3. Add the cooked pasta, ¼ cup of the pasta water, and lemon juice to the pan and toss until pasta is evenly coated. Add more pasta water as needed.
Step 4. Add in the spinach, artichokes, tomatoes, cucumbers, olives, and fresh parsley to the pan. Toss well, then cover and cook another 3-5 minutes to wilt the spinach.
Step 5. Serve with a garnish of vegan feta, fresh parsley, and pine nuts.
What pasta works well in this dish?
I used spaghetti pasta - another long pasta like linguine would work well. But short pastas would also be great a penne, rotini, or farfalle pasta would be perfect
Storage
This pasta will last in the fridge for up to a week. Store in an air-tight container. Feel free to reheat in the microwave or quickly heat on the stove. You can add a splash of water to help re-hydrate the dish.
Thank you God for this meal. Thank you for making food that has beautiful colors and unique flavors for us to enjoy. We love the beauty of your creation. Amen.
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This Vegan Mediterranean Pasta is packed with colorful mediterranean-inspired veggies for a fun and flavorful meal. Ready in about 30 minutes.
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