Vegan Creamy Sun Dried Tomato (Print-Friendly Recipe)

Creamy vegan pasta with sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, coconut cream, and fresh arugula for a wholesome Italian-inspired dish.

# Ingredients List:

→ Pasta

01 - 4 servings gluten-free fettuccine

→ Sauce

02 - 4 garlic cloves, minced
03 - 10 sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
04 - 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
05 - 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
06 - 3 tablespoons tomato paste
07 - 2 cups cherry tomatoes
08 - 1 cup water or vegetable broth
09 - 7 ounces full-fat canned coconut milk, thick cream only (approximately half a can)
10 - 3 tablespoons nutritional yeast
11 - Salt and pepper, to taste

→ Greens and Garnish

12 - 2 cups baby arugula
13 - ½ cup flat-leaf parsley, chopped
14 - Vegan parmesan (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - Bring a large pot of water to a boil and cook gluten-free fettuccine according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
02 - Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add water, broth, or oil, then sauté minced garlic and chopped sun-dried tomatoes for 2 minutes, adding water as necessary to prevent sticking.
03 - Stir in Italian seasoning, balsamic vinegar, and tomato paste. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, allowing the mixture to caramelize and deepen in flavor.
04 - Add cherry tomatoes and water to the skillet. Cover and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until soft, then crush tomatoes gently with a spoon. Incorporate coconut milk and nutritional yeast, season with salt and pepper, then simmer for 5 to 10 minutes until sauce thickens.
05 - Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the sauce and toss in baby arugula until evenly combined and slightly wilted.
06 - Plate the pasta and garnish with chopped flat-leaf parsley and optional vegan parmesan before serving.

# Extra Information:

01 - Use only the thick cream part of the canned coconut milk for a rich, creamy texture.