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this image shows A delectable plate of Vegan Green Olive Pasta Sauce served on a white plate, garnished with shredded cheese, chopped cilantro, and sliced green olives, creating a creamy and flavorful dish.

Vegan Green Olive Pasta Sauce Recipe

This vegan green olive pasta sauce is a zesty, savory delight that comes together effortlessly with minimal ingredients. Briny green olives, fresh garlic, and a splash of lemon juice create a vibrant sauce that perfectly clings to pasta for a satisfying, flavor-packed meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 6 people
Calories 343 kcal

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Chef’s knife
  • Measuring cup
  • Wooden spoon
  • Pasta strainer
  • Large skillet

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Shaved Parmesan or Pecorino cheese, for serving
  • ¼ cup coarsely chopped fresh parsley leaves
  • Juice of 1 medium lemon
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 1½ cup Castelvetrano olives or another mild green olive, such as Cerignola, pitted and coarsely chopped
  • Kosher salt
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 lb dried bucatini or other long past

Instructions
 

  • Bring salted water to a boil and cook pasta 1 minute less than al dente.
    this image shows A large pot filled with boiling water and pasta, being prepared as the base for the Vegan Green Olive Pasta Sauce dish.
  • Heat butter and olive oil in a skillet, cook olives and garlic until fragrant.
    this image shows A pan showing green olives and minced garlic being sautéed, releasing aromatic flavors for the Vegan Green Olive Pasta Sauce.
  • Remove from heat, stir in lemon juice, and reserve 1 cup of pasta water.
    this image shows Lemon juice being poured into a pan of sautéed olives and garlic, adding a zesty flavor to the Vegan Green Olive Pasta Sauce.
  • Drain pasta, return the skillet to medium heat, and toss pasta with the reserved water until coated and al dente.
    this image shows Cooked pasta being tossed in a pan with the flavorful olive and garlic sauce, combining all the ingredients for the Vegan Green Olive Pasta Sauce.
  • Add parsley, black pepper, and adjust seasoning.
    this image shows Fresh parsley and cracked black pepper being sprinkled over the pasta in the pan, enhancing the aroma and taste of the Vegan Green Olive Pasta Sauce.
  • Serve with optional shaved cheese.
    this image shows A beautifully plated Vegan Green Olive Pasta Sauce, topped with shredded cheese, chopped cilantro, and sliced green olives, ready to be enjoyed as a delightful meal.

Notes

  • Taste and adjust salt cautiously, as olives are naturally salty.
  • For added creaminess, stir in a tablespoon of vegan cream or cashew butter.