Vegan Creamy Cajun Cauliflower Pasta Recipe

 Fall is finally here, and I don't know about you, but I am ready for ALL the rich and hearty comfort foods.  I know what you are thinking "You can't have creamy comfort foods when you are vegan!".  Well what, prey tell, makes you think that?  Not only can I have them, but I can indulge guilt free and this Vegan Creamy Cajun Cauliflower Pasta is the perfect example of how.   

Tender, spicy, creamy, everything you want in a creamy cajun pasta.  You are going to love it and I can't wait to share it with you so...

Let's Get Started!

For this Vegan Creamy Cajun Cauliflower you will need a few simple ingredients:

• 1 lb of Pasta
• 1 Head of Cauliflower, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 2 c Plant-Based Milk
• 1 Tbsp Cajun Seasoning
• 2 Tbsp. Cornstarch
• 2 Tbsp Nutritional Yeast
• 1 tsp Paprika
• 1 tsp Onion Powder
• 1 tsp Garlic Powder
• Salt and Pepper, to taste

To begin, preheat the oven to 425 degrees.  

Place the cut cauliflower into a large mixing bowl.  

Drizzle with a little olive oil.  

And seasoning with the cajun seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper. 

Toss until all of the cauliflower is coated. 

Place on a baking sheet in a single layer and bake for 30 minutes. 

While the cauliflower is roasting, you are going to cook the pasta according to the directions on the packaging.  

Then, combine the cornstarch and  plant based milk together and pour into a deep pan.  

Bring to a simmer. 

 

Next you add the nutritional yeast, 

Add the onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.  

Whisk it all together and let simmer until it reaches your desired thickness. 

Add the fully cooked pasta.  

I also threw in some fresh cut parsley cause das my business.  (Yes, I am channeling my inner Tabitha Brown)

Stir it all together.  

Top with the roasted cajun cauliflower and you are ready to eat!

This Vegan Creamy Cajun Cauliflower Pasta is giving me ALL the comfort food vibes and would you believe this is actually HEALTHY!?!  This recipe definitely helped to kick off the autumn season right, and I know you are going to love it too.  So get in the kitchen and give it a try TONIGHT!  

And as always...

Happy Reading, Happy Eating, and Healthy Living, 

~The Kitchen Wife~

Yield: 4-6

Author: Mandee Pogue

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Vegan Creamy Cajun Pasta Recipe

Creamy and spicy this Vegan Creamy Cajun Cauliflower Pasta Recipe is super easy to make with ingredients you already have at home!

Prep time: 20 MinCook time: 30 MinTotal time: 50 Min

Ingredients

• 1 lb of Pasta
• 1 Head of Cauliflower, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 2 c Plant-Based Milk
• 1 Tbsp Cajun Seasoning
• 2 Tbsp. Cornstarch
• 2 Tbsp Nutritional Yeast
• 1 tsp Paprika
• 1 tsp Onion Powder
• 1 tsp Garlic Powder
• Salt and Pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees.
2. Place the cut cauliflower into a lard mixing bowl and drizzle with a little olive oil. Add the cajun seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper.  Toss until all of the cauliflower is coated. 
3. Place on a baking sheet in a single layer, place in the oven, and bake for 30 minutes, stirring halfway through.  
4. Cook the pasta according to the instructions on the packaging. 
5. Mix the milk and cornstarch together.  
6. Pour the milk mixture into a deep pan.  Bring to a simmer. 
7. Whisk in the nutritional yeast, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.  
8. Simmer until desired thickness. 
9. Add the cooked pasta and roasted cauliflower.
10. Toss until everything is coated with the sauce. 
11. Serve and Enjoy!

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