Zucchini and Sun-Dried Tomato Tempeh Pasta (Vegan)
/Tempeh doesn’t get as much attention as it’s cousin, tofu. Yet it’s an excellent source of plant-based protein and a source of iron. Give it a try with this familiar pasta with a Mediterranean flavour profile.
Serves 4.
Cooking time: Approximately 25 minutes.
Tempeh Pasta Ingredients:
1 package Tempeh, cut into cubes
½ large Onion, medium diced
2 cloves Garlic, minced
¼ cup Sun-dried tomatoes in oil, thinly sliced
4 cups Zucchini, sliced diagonally into quarter moons
4 cups Spinach, washed and coarsely chopped
1 sprig Fresh rosemary, coarsely chopped
1 teaspoon Herbs de Provence
¼ cup Vegetable broth
1-2 Tbsp Olive Oil
1 Tbsp Salt
1 package Brown rice pasta (454 grams)
Tempeh Pasta Directions:
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Optional: add 1 tablespoon of salt.
Once your water has come to a boil, add the pasta. Stir occasionally to prevent the pasta from sticking together. Follow the directions on the package for the cooking time as brands differ. Usually it is between 7-10 minutes.
Once your pasta is al dente, drain it and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil to prevent it from sticking. Set aside until ready to serve.
In the meantime, in a large frying pan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil on medium heat. Add the onions and sauté until tender (approximately 3 minutes).
Add the garlic and rosemary and sauté for another 2 minutes.
Add the tempeh and rosemary, sauté for another 5 minutes.
Add the zucchini and herbs de Provence, sauté for another 5 minutes.
When the zucchini appears partly cooked, add the spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, and the broth. Sauté for another 6-10 minutes until zucchini is almost cooked almost al dente. (Note: If the pan gets too dry before the zucchini is cooked, then add a bit more broth, 1 tablespoon at a time).
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Plate your pasta topped with the zucchini and sun-dried tomato tempeh sauce.
Enjoy!
Get another delicious vegan pasta recipe here: Pumpkin Pasta
Recipe and Photo credit: Amazing student Alexandra.