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this image shows A beautifully plated serving of sweet potato fettuccine garnished with chopped spring onions, white sesame seeds, and chili flakes, served on a white round plate for a flavorful and vibrant meal.

Sweet Potato Fettuccine Recipe

Indulge in a creamy, flavorful vegan pasta made with roasted sweet potatoes, shallots, and garlic blended into a luscious sauce. This wholesome dish pairs perfectly with al dente fettuccine, fresh chives, and a sprinkle of toasted pine nuts for a satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 6 people
Calories 430 kcal

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Large skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Saucepan
  • High-speed blender

Ingredients
  

  • 2 garlic cloves
  • a few pinches of red pepper flakes
  • 1 tbsp rosemary, chopped
  • 1 lb brown rice fettuccini
  • ¼ cup chives
  • ¼ cup pine nuts, toasted
  • ⅓ cup water, to thin
  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • salt & pepper
  • 1 cup cashews, soaked (ideally) overnight, then drain
  • 1 medium sweet potato
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Peel and quarter the sweet potato, peel and halve the shallots, and leave the garlic in its paper.
  • Arrange everything on a foil-lined baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper.
    this image shows Sweet potatoes, shallots, and garlic cloves being chopped and placed on a baking sheet, ready to roast, while the oven preheats.
  • Roast, removing garlic after 15 minutes, and cook the rest until the sweet potato is tender, about 30 minutes and cool slightly.
    this image shows Sweet potatoes, shallots, and garlic cloves roasting on a baking sheet in the oven until golden and tender for the fettuccine sauce.
  • Cook pasta to al dente, reserving pasta water.
    this image shows Brown fettuccine boiling in a pot of water, being stirred with a spoon to cook evenly for the sweet potato pasta dish.
  • Blend drained cashews, roasted sweet potato, shallots, peeled garlic, olive oil, balsamic, tomato paste, rosemary, and seasoning in a high-speed blender, adding water as needed.
    this image shows A blender filled with roasted sweet potatoes, shallots, garlic, soaked cashews, balsamic vinegar, tomato paste, and seasonings being blended into a smooth, creamy sauce.
  • Toss pasta with the sauce, loosening with pasta water, and adjust flavors as needed.
    this image shows Cooked fettuccine being tossed in a skillet with creamy sweet potato sauce, ensuring the pasta is well-coated for a rich and flavorful dish.
  • Garnish with chives, pine nuts, and red pepper flakes.
    this image shows Sweet potato fettuccine served on a white plate, garnished with fresh spring onions, sesame seeds, and chili flakes for a visually appealing and delicious meal.

Notes

  • Use fresh rosemary for the best flavor.
  • Toast pine nuts lightly for added crunch and aroma.