Easy Creamy Cilantro Penne (Vegan) Recipe

Name: Easy Creamy Cilantro Penne (Vegan)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 ounces penne, boiled and drained; 1 medium white squash or 1 medium zucchini; 5 medium mushrooms, sliced thin (I like crimini); 12 bunch fresh cilantro, rinsed, drained, chopped; 1 -2 garlic clove, minced; 2 -3 tablespoons vegan mayonnaise; 1 tablespoon dark sesame oil; 1 tablespoon fresh squeezed lime juice; 1 pinch dried red chili pepper flakes; salt

Servings: persons

8 ounces penne, boiled and drained
1 medium white squash or 1 medium zucchini
5 medium mushrooms, sliced thin (I like crimini)
12 bunch fresh cilantro, rinsed, drained, chopped
1 -2 garlic clove, minced
2 -3 tablespoons vegan mayonnaise
1 tablespoon dark sesame oil
1 tablespoon fresh squeezed lime juice
1 pinch dried red chili pepper flakes
salt

1
Boil penne, drain, set aside.
2
On med-hi heat in a deep skillet, add the sesame oil and garlic and saute for about a minute--just long enough for the garlic to infuse the oil.
3
Add squash and mushrooms, saute for about 5 minutes.
4
Add a tablespoon of water if necessary for the veggies to cook properly.
5
Besides the penne, add the rest of the ingredients and stir into a sauce.
6
Let simmer for about a minute.
7
Add penne and stir.
8
Devour!

1015

kcal

Calories

101

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 ounces penne, boiled and drained, 1 medium white squash or 1 medium zucchini, 5 medium mushrooms, sliced thin (I like crimini), 12 bunch fresh cilantro, rinsed, drained, chopped, and more.

Yes, Easy Creamy Cilantro Penne (Vegan) falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Easy Creamy Cilantro Penne (Vegan)

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