Creamy Red Pepper Pasta with Roasted Cauliflower
Enjoy a vibrant red pepper pasta featuring tender roasted cauliflower and a creamy cashew sauce for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 2 heads of cauliflower, cut into florets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3/4 cup cashews
- 3/4 cup water
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 jar (25 oz) pasta sauce
- 1 16-ounce jar roasted red peppers, drained
- 1 pound whole wheat penne pasta
- Fresh greens for garnishing
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss cauliflower florets with 2 tablespoons olive oil and a pinch of salt. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until nicely browned and tender.
- While cauliflower roasts, blend the 3/4 cup cashews, 3/4 cup water, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 jar pasta sauce, and 1 jar drained roasted red peppers in a blender until completely smooth and creamy. This creates the luscious sauce!
- Cook 1 pound whole wheat penne pasta according to package directions until al dente.
- Drain the pasta and toss it with a generous amount of the creamy red pepper sauce. Use as much sauce as you like; leftovers are great too!
- Add most of the roasted cauliflower to the pasta and sauce mixture, tossing gently to combine.
- Serve the pasta topped with the reserved roasted cauliflower florets and a garnish of fresh greens for a beautiful finish.
Notes
- For an extra kick, use a spicy arrabbiata pasta sauce or add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce blend.
- Ensure your cashews are soaked or blended thoroughly for the smoothest, creamiest sauce.
- Roast the cauliflower until it's nicely caramelized for the best flavor and texture. Allergens: Tree nuts, Wheat. Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.
- Ensure your cashews are soaked or blended thoroughly for the smoothest, creamiest sauce.
- Roast the cauliflower until it's nicely caramelized for the best flavor and texture. Allergens: Tree nuts, Wheat. Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.