How to Make Vegan Cacio e Pepe - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to classic Italian pasta dishes, Cacio e Pepe is definitely one of the favorites. The combination of simple ingredients like pasta, cheese, and black pepper creates a rich and comforting dish that's loved by many. However, traditional Cacio e Pepe is not suitable for those following a vegan diet due to the inclusion of dairy cheese. But fear not, because we've got a delicious vegan version of this beloved classic – Vegan Cacio e Pepe!

This vegan twist on the classic dish...

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup raw cashews
  • 1 (8 ounce) package spaghetti
  • 1 teaspoon miso paste
  • ½ teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper, divided
  • 3 tablespoons nutritional yeast
  • 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 2
  • Yield: 2 servings

  • Soak cashews in boiling water. Set aside for at least 10 minutes.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, drain the cashews and blend until creamy. Add nutritional yeast, miso, and 1/4 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper to the cashew cream. Add a bit of pasta water to thin it out as needed.
  • Drain the spaghetti, reserving 1 cup of pasta water. Mix the spaghetti and sauce together, adding reserved pasta water if needed. The consistency should be thick enough that it will stick to the pasta. Plate and top each serving with olive oil and remaining black pepper. Serve immediately.
  • Nutrition

    678 cal.

    • Total Fat: 21g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Sodium: 338mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 100g
    • Dietary Fiber: 8g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 26g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 43mg
    • Iron: 7mg
    • Potassium: 696mg