Wild Mushroom Pasta
A rich and earthy wild mushroom pasta made with a variety of mushrooms, leeks, and a creamy miso sauce. This vegan dish is perfect for a cozy dinner, bringing together the deep flavors of mushrooms with the umami of miso and the freshness of parsley.
Details
- Author: CuisineSavvy
- Cuisine: Italian
- Course: Main
- Servings: 4
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Diet: Vegan
- Tags: Vegan, Gluten-Free, Comfort Food
Nutritional Values
This vegan mushroom pasta is rich in fiber and antioxidants from the variety of mushrooms used. The miso adds probiotics and umami flavor, while the olive oil provides healthy fats. Nutritional yeast offers a cheesy flavor without dairy, keeping the dish light and nutritious.
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 350 kcal | -- |
| Total Fat | 12 g | -- |
| Saturated Fat | 1.5 g | -- |
| Monounsaturated Fat | -- | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | -- | |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | -- |
| Sodium | 450 mg | -- |
| Total Carbohydrate | -- | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5 g | -- |
| Total Sugars | 4 g | -- |
| Protein | 10 g | -- |
Ingredients
4 dried morels, 1 small onion, finely chopped, 2 cloves garlic, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 lb domestic mushrooms, sliced, 1/2 lb gluten-free pasta, Italian parsley, chopped, Salt and pepper, 2 medium leeks, thinly sliced, 1 tbsp white miso, 1 tbsp sherry vinegar, Nutritional yeast for garnish
Instructions
1. Rehydrate the dried morels in hot water for 20 minutes, then drain and chop. 2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. 3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, garlic, and leeks, cooking until softened. 4. Add the sliced mushrooms and rehydrated morels, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook until mushrooms are browned. 5. Cook the pasta according to package instructions, reserving 1 cup of pasta water. 6. Stir the white miso into the reserved pasta water. Add it to the skillet with the cooked pasta and mushrooms, stirring to form a creamy sauce. 7. Add sherry vinegar and chopped parsley, adjusting seasoning as needed. Serve garnished with nutritional yeast and a drizzle of olive oil.
External Recipes
- Wild Mushroom Pasta (Health Score: 75)
Allergens
None
HealthScore: 80
The health score is boosted by using a variety of mushrooms, which are high in antioxidants, and miso, which provides probiotics. The substitution of gluten-free pasta makes it suitable for those with gluten sensitivities.