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    Mushroom Pesto Pasta (Dairy-Free)

    Published: Feb 21, 2023 by Mariah Mandile

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    Mushroom Pesto Pasta is a simple dish that requires minimal prep time and tastes gourmet! The pesto has a cashew base and is completely dairy-free. Serve with your favorite pasta for a quick and easy weeknight dinner!

    Close up of ceramic bowl filled with pesto pasta.

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    Why you'll love this recipe:

    • Minimal prep time.
    • Simple ingredients.
    • Great for weeknight dinners.
    • Easy to prepare.
    • Gluten-Free & Dairy-Free.
    • Vegetarian & Vegan Friendly.

    Love pesto recipes?! Check out my Pesto Chicken Wraps, Avocado Lemon Pesto, and Pesto Chicken Pasta Salad!

    🍴Ingredient Notes

    Ingredients measured out for pesto mushroom pasta.
    • Gluten-Free Pasta - I used Jovial Brown Rice Pasta, but any gluten-free pasta will work with this recipe.
    • Baby Bella Mushrooms - These are my personal favorites - you can purchase them pre-sliced to save on prep time!
    • Sweet Onion - Thinly sliced sweet onion is best. You can also swap for a red onion.
    • Basil - Fresh basil is what gives this recipe a lot of the flavor. Make sure you pack the basil into the measuring cups.
    • Raw Cashews - It's important to use raw cashews without added salt or oils. I found mine at Trader Joe's! You can also sub for pine nuts which is usually found in traditional pesto recipes.
    • Lemon Juice - Fresh or pre-squeezed lemon juice will work. (Fresh is always best!)
    • Olive Oil - I would not swap for any other oils. You'll need olive oil for the pesto and to cook the onions & mushrooms.
    • Garlic - Fresh garlic works best for this recipe, but you can also swap for ½ teaspoon of garlic powder.
    • Spices - Pesto is a simple recipe that doesn't require many spices! Just add salt and black pepper to enhance the other flavors.

    🍴Step by Step Instructions

    Step 1: Blend Pesto

    Start by adding all ingredients in a food processor or blender. Blend until pesto is a smooth and creamy consistency. (Add water if needed.)

    Pesto ingredients in a food processor.
    Creamy cashew pesto in a food processor.

    Step 2: Cook Mushrooms & Onions

    In a large sauté pan add olive oil, sliced onions, and mushrooms. Cook on medium heat covered, stirring occasionally.

    Mushrooms and onions in a pan.
    Cooked mushrooms and onions in a pan.

    Step 3: Cook Pasta

    In a separate pot add gluten-free pasta and cook according to the package instructions.

    Step 4: Combine Ingredients

    Finally, add the cooked pasta, pesto, and a little pasta water into the pan with cooked onions and mushrooms. Stir well and serve hot!

    Pesto mushroom pasta in pan.

    Expert Tips

    • To save on time, use premade pesto sauce!
    • Use a little of the pasta water to thin out the sauce. (About ½-1 cup.)
    • Top the pasta dish with chopped cashews and freshly chopped basil.
    • To make this dish a little heartier, serve with chicken or steak!
    Fork scooping out pesto pasta.

    How to store leftovers

    Store leftover pasta in the refrigerator for up to 5 days in an airtight container.

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    Recipe

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    Mushroom Pesto Pasta

    Mushroom Pesto Pasta is a simple dish that requires minimal prep time and tastes gourmet! The pesto has a cashew base and is completely dairy-free. Serve with your favorite pasta for a quick and easy weeknight dinner!
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Cook Time 30 mins
    Total Time 45 mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4
    Calories 572 kcal

    Equipment

    • Large Saute Pan

    Ingredients
      

    • 12 Ounces Gluten-Free Pasta
    • 4-6 Cups Baby Bella Mushrooms, Thinly Sliced
    • 1 Sweet Onion
    • 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil

    Pesto Ingredients

    • 2 Cups Basil
    • ¾ Cup Raw Cashews
    • ⅓ Cup Lemon Juice
    • 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
    • 2 Cloves of Garlic
    • 1 Teaspoon Salt
    • ¼ Teaspoon Black Pepper

    Instructions
     

    • Start by adding all ingredients in a food processor or blender. Blend until pesto is a smooth and creamy consistency. (Add water if needed.)
    • In a large sauté pan add olive oil, sliced onions, and mushrooms. Cook on medium heat covered, stirring occasionally.
    • In a separate pot add gluten-free pasta and cook according to the package instructions.
    • Finally, add the cooked pasta, pesto, and a little pasta water into the pan with cooked onions and mushrooms. Stir well and serve hot!

    Notes

    Expert Tips

    • To save on time, use premade pesto sauce!
    • Use a little of the pasta water to thin out the sauce. (About ½-1 cup.)
    • Top the pasta dish with chopped cashews and freshly chopped basil.
    • To make this dish a little heartier, serve with chicken or steak!

    How to store leftovers

    Store leftover pasta in the refrigerator for up to 5 days in an airtight container.
    ** See full post for more information and step by step photos.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1ServingCalories: 572kcalCarbohydrates: 81gProtein: 15gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gSodium: 643mgPotassium: 645mgFiber: 4gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 636IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 65mgIron: 4mg
    Keywords dairy free mushroom pesto pasta, gluten free mushroom pesto pasta, mushroom pesto pasta
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