Description
Learn how to make delicious pasta recipe lactose free. Easy recipe with step-by-step instructions.
Ingredients
Scale
The beauty of this recipe lies in its simplicity. With a few pantry staples and fresh ingredients, you’re all set to create a delicious meal. Here’s what you’ll need:
- 12 ounces gluten-free pasta (your choice of shape)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup spinach leaves, packed
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup nutritional yeast (for a cheesy flavor)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
If you don’t have nutritional yeast, you can substitute with a vegan cheese of your choice. If you’re out of spinach, kale works just as well.
Instructions
Cooking this pasta is as straightforward as it gets. Here’s how you can bring this delightful dish to your table:
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the gluten-free pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes, allowing them to soften and release their juices.
- Toss in the spinach and red pepper flakes, if using, stirring until the spinach wilts.
- Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste, then stir in the cooked pasta.
- Sprinkle nutritional yeast over the pasta, adding a cheesy flavor without the lactose.
- Finish with a squeeze of lemon juice, tossing everything to combine.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves for a burst of freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International
Keywords: pasta recipe lactose free, recipe, cooking, food
