Low Fat High Fiber Quick Meal Vegan Blood Sugar Balance

Chinese Style Creamy Red Vegan Pasta

A quick and energizing vegan pasta dish featuring a creamy red sauce inspired by Chinese flavors, perfect for maintaining blood sugar balance.

⏱️ 10 minutes Prep Time
🍳 15 minutes Cook Time
🍽️ 2 Servings
🎯 Easy Difficulty
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Nutrition Facts

Per serving

350Calories
8gProtein
54gCarbs
10gFat

Ingredients

For 2 servings

  • 8 oz whole wheat spaghetti
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 inch ginger, grated
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • Salt to taste
  • Chopped green onions for garnish

Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

  1. Cook spaghetti according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large pan, heat a splash of water over medium heat. Add garlic and ginger, and sautu00e9 until fragrant.
  3. Add the cherry tomatoes and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Stir in coconut milk, soy sauce, tomato paste, nutritional yeast, red pepper flakes, and salt. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken.
  5. Add the cooked spaghetti to the sauce, mixing well to coat the pasta.
  6. Serve immediately, garnished with chopped green onions.

Health Benefits

Nutritional advantages of this recipe

  • Low in fat, supporting heart health.
  • High in fiber from whole wheat pasta for better digestion.
  • Tomatoes are rich in antioxidants, promoting overall health.
  • Coconut milk provides healthy fats without cholesterol.