Easy and Delicious Vegan Linguine with Spinach Pesto Recipe

This vegan linguine with spinach pesto is a delightful twist on traditional pesto pasta. It's packed with vibrant flavors and textures, making it the perfect dish for any occasion. The creamy spinach pesto is made with fresh spinach, garlic, lemon juice, and pine nuts, giving it a unique and delicious taste. Toss it with linguine pasta and top it with cherry tomatoes for a colorful and refreshing finish. This recipe is not only satisfying and filling but also a great way to incorporate more greens into your diet. It's a must-try for pasta lovers and vegans alike!

Ingredients

• 8 ounces linguine pasta
• 4 cups fresh spinach leaves
• 2 cloves garlic
• 1/4 cup pine nuts
• 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

Directions

1. Cook the linguine pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a food processor, combine the fresh spinach, garlic, pine nuts, nutritional yeast, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy.
3. In a large mixing bowl, toss the cooked linguine pasta with the spinach pesto sauce until well coated.
4. Add the cherry tomatoes and gently mix them into the pasta.
5. Serve the vegan linguine with spinach pesto warm or at room temperature. Enjoy!

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