Description
Enjoy this vibrant and creamy Jamaican Vegan Rasta Pasta, bursting with colorful bell peppers and flavored with authentic jerk seasoning and coconut milk. This easy stovetop recipe offers a delicious, dairy-free comfort meal perfect for any day of the week.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta and Sauce
- 12 ounces penne pasta
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Vegetables and Seasonings
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 small red onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Jamaican jerk seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- Chopped green onions for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the penne pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 10-12 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté the vegetables: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced bell peppers and red onion, sautéing for 5 to 7 minutes until the vegetables soften but remain vibrant in color.
- Add garlic and spices: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Sprinkle in the Jamaican jerk seasoning, smoked paprika, and dried thyme, tossing well to coat the vegetables evenly with the spices.
- Prepare the sauce: Pour in the coconut milk and vegetable broth, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, allowing the flavors to meld together for a few minutes.
- Finish the sauce: Stir in the nutritional yeast and lime juice for creaminess and tang. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Toss pasta with sauce: Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss thoroughly to coat the pasta with the creamy, spiced sauce. Cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes until everything is heated through.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from heat, garnish with chopped green onions if desired, and serve immediately while warm.
Notes
- Adjust the spiciness by adding more or less Jamaican jerk seasoning according to your heat preference.
- Boost protein by adding sautéed mushrooms, chickpeas, or vegan sausage to the dish.
- Customize by swapping in different vegetables such as zucchini, carrots, or spinach to create your own variations.
- Ensure to use full-fat coconut milk for the best creamy consistency.
