Spaghetti With White Bean Sauce

Servings: 2 Difficulty: Intermediate
Creamy, protein-packed pasta with a rustic vegetable and bean sauce
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This hearty spaghetti dish features a velvety white bean sauce that coats the noodles in rich, savory flavor. By blending cooked white beans with sautéed aromatics like garlic, onion, and celery, you create a creamy texture without using any dairy. The addition of diced bell peppers adds a subtle sweetness and crunch, balancing the earthy notes of the beans. ItâÂÂs a quick, satisfying vegan meal perfect for busy weeknights or a light lunch. Simple ingredients come together in under 30 minutes to make a comforting, home-style dinner that feels indulgent yet healthy.

Spaghetti With White Bean Sauce

Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 2 Calories: 228.6

Description

This hearty spaghetti dish features a velvety white bean sauce that coats the noodles in rich, savory flavor. By blending cooked white beans with saut&# 195;©ed aromatics like garlic, onion, and celery, you create a creamy texture without using any dairy. The addition of diced bell peppers adds a subtle sweetness and crunch, balancing the earthy notes of the beans. ItâÂÂs a quick, satisfying vegan meal perfect for busy weeknights or a light lunch. Simple ingredients come together in under 30 minutes to make a comforting, home-style dinner that feels indulgent yet healthy.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook spaghetti according to package directions until al dente.
  2. Drain the pasta, reserving 1 cup of the starchy pasta water before setting the noodles aside.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  4. Add the finely chopped onion, diced celery, and bell pepper to the skillet and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
  5. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  6. Add the cooked white beans and vegetable stock to the skillet; simmer for 2-3 minutes to warm through.
  7. Mash some of the beans with a fork or potato masher to thicken the sauce, leaving some whole for texture.
  8. Toss the cooked spaghetti into the skillet with the sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed to reach a creamy consistency.
  9. Season to taste with salt and pepper, then serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 2


Amount Per Serving
Calories 228.6kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4.5g7%
Saturated Fat 0.6g3%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 41.2mg2%
Total Carbohydrate 43.0g15%
Dietary Fiber 4.8g20%
Sugars 5.0g
Protein 6.8g14%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

For a smoother sauce, blend the beans and stock with an immersion blender before adding to the skillet.

Feel free to add fresh herbs like parsley or basil at the end for extra freshness.

If you prefer a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes when sautéing the vegetables.

Keywords: spaghetti, white beans, bean sauce, vegan pasta, creamy sauce, dairy-free, quick dinner, mediterranean, garlic, onion, celery, bell pepper, easy recipe, plant-based, vegetable stock, comfort food, healthy pasta, weeknight meal, protein-rich
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