Silken Tofu Pasta Sauce
This silken tofu pasta sauce is a creamy, healthy, and protein-rich alternative to traditional cream sauces. Made with blended silken tofu, garlic, and lemon, this easy vegan pasta sauce is smooth, flavorful, and perfect for quick, light meals.
Ingredients
- 12 oz silken tofu
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ¼ cup nutritional yeast or grated Parmesan
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Salt to taste
- ½ cup pasta cooking water
- Optional: fresh herbs
- Optional: spinach or mushrooms
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions and reserve pasta water.
- Heat olive oil in a pan and sauté garlic for 30 seconds.
- Add tofu, garlic, nutritional yeast (or Parmesan), lemon juice, salt, and pepper to a blender.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Transfer sauce to a pan and warm gently.
- Add pasta water to adjust consistency.
- Toss with cooked pasta until well coated.
- Garnish and serve immediately.
Notes
- Do not overheat to maintain smooth texture.
- Blend thoroughly for a creamy consistency.
- Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Use pasta water to control thickness.