Description
Goat Cheese Pasta is a creamy, tangy, and fresh pasta dish featuring luscious plant-based goat cheese combined with savory garlic, bright herbs, and fresh vegetables. This easy-to-make recipe delivers a quick and flavorful dinner perfect for weeknights or a sophisticated twist on a classic comfort food.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta and Cheese
- 8 oz pasta of choice (spaghetti, penne, or gluten-free)
- 4 oz plant-based goat cheese
Vegetables and Herbs
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Additional Flavorings
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Pinch of natural gelling agent (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain, reserving 1 cup of pasta water, and set pasta aside.
- Sauté Garlic and Tomatoes: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant but not browned. Add halved cherry tomatoes and cook until they soften and release their juices.
- Create the Creamy Goat Cheese Sauce: Lower the heat. Add plant-based goat cheese, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), and lemon juice to the skillet. Stir gently, gradually adding reserved pasta water to reach a smooth, creamy sauce consistency. Add a pinch of natural gelling agent if desired for a firmer texture.
- Combine Pasta and Sauce: Add cooked pasta to the skillet. Toss well to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce. Stir in chopped basil and parsley for fresh aroma and flavor.
- Season and Serve: Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately, garnished with extra fresh herbs or a drizzle of olive oil if preferred.
Notes
- Choose pasta like penne for better sauce adhesion and satisfying texture.
- Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce thickness and maintain flavor.
- Use fresh basil and parsley to enhance aroma and provide a bright finish.
- Sauté garlic just until fragrant to avoid bitterness.
- Natural gelling agent can be added to thicken the sauce as desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: goat cheese pasta, plant-based goat cheese, creamy pasta, easy dinner, vegetarian pasta, gluten-free pasta, fresh herbs pasta
