Spicy Protein-Packed Vegan Harissa Lentil Pasta

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This quick and comforting pasta dish combines the warmth of harissa with protein-rich lentils and a creamy bean sauce for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

  • 1 can (400g) cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
  • 250ml unsweetened soy milk
  • 6 tbsp nutritional yeast
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 400g rigatoni (or gluten-free pasta)
  • Olive oil
  • 6 garlic cloves, chopped
  • 4 tbsp rose harissa paste
  • 2 tbsp tomato purée
  • 500g cooked puy lentils (or 2 cans of lentils, drained)
  • Salt to taste
  • 80g pitted green olives, halved
  • Vegan yogurt and chopped parsley for serving

Method

  1. Make the creamy sauce:
    • Blend beans, soy milk, nutritional yeast, and lemon juice until smooth
  2. Cook the pasta:
    • Boil rigatoni in salted water until al dente
  3. Prepare the harissa lentil mixture:
    • Sauté garlic in olive oil until lightly browned
    • Add harissa paste and tomato purée, cook for 1 minute
    • Stir in lentils and salt, cook for another minute
  4. Combine and serve:
    • Add creamy sauce to lentil mixture and heat through
    • Transfer cooked pasta directly to the sauce, adding pasta water as needed
    • Stir in olives
    • Serve topped with vegan yogurt and parsley

This Spicy Protein-Packed Vegan Harissa Lentil Pasta is a flavor-packed dish that’s sure to satisfy. With 37g of protein per serving, it’s not only delicious but also incredibly nutritious. Don’t hesitate to try this recipe – it’s quick, easy, and perfect for those busy weeknights when you want something comforting yet healthy!