We’ve been enjoying this Cilantro Pesto Pasta every once in a while and wanted to share it with you all.

It’s simple, easy to prepare, and so comforting.

Nutritional yeast complements the raw garlicky flavor and cilantro gives a burst of freshness to this pasta.

Let’s go!

Print

5 from 1 vote

Cilantro Pesto Pasta

Quick and easy vegan cilantro pesto pasta recipe by Veganbell.

Save Recipe Recipe Saved Pin Recipe

Course Dinner

Cuisine Italian

Keyword cilantro pesto pasta, pesto pasta, vegan pesto pasta

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 15 minutes

Total Time 20 minutes

Servings 2 people

Calories 732kcal

Author Veganbell

Recipe Video

Ingredients

• 1 large bunch cilantro
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1/2 cup sunflower seeds (roasted)
• 1/4 cup nutritional yeast
• Salt
• Pepper
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 4 cups water
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups pasta
• 1/2 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 1/4 cup pasta water

Instructions

• In a food processor, add cilantro + garlic + roasted sunflower seeds + nutritional yeast + salt + pepper + lemon juice.
• Process until the mixture turns grainy. Gradually add olive oil and continue processing until it starts to turn smooth. Set aside.
• Set a saucepan over high heat. Add 4 cups water + salt. Once it's hot, add pasta and cook for 12-15 minutes over medium heat (refer cooking time in the package of your pasta). Drain and set aside. Save 1/4 cup pasta water.
• Set a saute pan over medium heat. Add 1/2 tablespoon olive oil. Once it's hot, add whole cherry tomatoes and saute until the skins start to wilt (about 1-2 minutes). 
• Turn down the heat to low. Add cooked pasta + cilantro pesto + 1/4 cup pasta water. Mix well. 

Nutrition

Calories: 732kcal | Carbohydrates: 59g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 49g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 1209mg | Potassium: 682mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 905IU | Vitamin C: 23.9mg | Calcium: 75mg | Iron: 3.7mg

Tried this recipe?Mention @veganbell24 or tag #veganbell!