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Creamy Vegan Mushroom Pasta With Smoked Tofu (Rich, Cozy & Ready in 20 Minutes!)

Recipe by Padma Priya

This Creamy Vegan Mushroom Pasta with Smoked Tofu is the ultimate cozy weeknight dinner, rich, garlicky, and ready in just 20 minutes. Made with soy cooking cream, earthy mushrooms, and smoky tofu, it’s a deeply satisfying dish that tastes gourmet while using simple plant-based ingredients. Perfect for busy days, chilly evenings, or whenever you’re craving comforting vegan pasta!

Ingredients

Main Ingredients:

  • 200 g pasta (any shape you love)

  • 200 g soy cooking cream (or another vegan cream substitute)

  • 10 to 15 fresh mushrooms, sliced

  • 100 g smoked tofu, cubed

  • 3 to 4 garlic cloves, minced

  • Fresh basil, chopped

  • Olive oil

  • Salt & pepper, to taste

Optional Add-Ins:

  • A splash of white wine for depth

  • Nutritional yeast for extra cheesiness

  • A pinch of chili flakes for heat

Instructions

Step 1, Prep the Aromatics
Wash and slice mushrooms. Cube the smoked tofu. Mince garlic and chop basil.

Step 2, Cook the Pasta
Boil pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 3, Sauté the Mushrooms & Tofu
Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add a pinch of pepper.
Stir in garlic, mushrooms, and smoked tofu.
Sauté for 10 minutes, or until mushrooms are golden brown.

Step 4, Make It Creamy
Pour in soy cooking cream and add salt to taste.
Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes, letting all the flavors blend into a rich, creamy sauce.

Step 5, Combine Everything
Add the cooked pasta to the pan. Toss until fully coated in creamy sauce.

Step 6, Garnish & Serve
Top with freshly chopped basil. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

Nutrition is an estimate calculated from USDA FoodData Central values and will vary with brands and portion sizes.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 475
  • Sugar: 4 g
  • Sodium: 450 mg
  • Fat: 20 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 57 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 18 g
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg

Find it online: https://gratefullyvegan.com/creamy-vegan-pasta/