Lemon Pasta with Roasted Radishes – Vegan
This light vegan pasta recipe features zesty lemon sauce and roasted radishes, making it perfect for a quick spring or summer meal.
Nutrition Facts
Per Serving: Calories: 571 kcal, Fat: 22 g, Sodium: 192 mg, Carbohydrate: 80 g, Protein: 14 g
Descriptions
This lemon pasta with roasted radishes is a simple and refreshing vegan dish perfect for warm weather.
The tangy lemon sauce blends with the sweetness of roasted radishes and olives, creating a balance of flavors. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s ideal for a quick weeknight dinner.
Directions
1- Prepare the sauce: Combine all sauce ingredients (olive oil, lemon zest and juice, garlic powder, onion powder, minced garlic, paprika, mustard, parsley, sage, and chives) in a blender. Add salt and pepper, then blend until smooth. Chill in the refrigerator.
2- Roast the radishes: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Halve the radishes and toss them with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread them out on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Roast for about 15 minutes until golden on the edges.
3- Cook the pasta: While the radishes are roasting, cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and return the pasta to the pot over very low heat.
4- Combine the pasta and sauce: Pour the lemon sauce over the cooked pasta and stir well to coat evenly.
5- Serve: Plate the pasta and top with the roasted radishes and green olives.
Note's
- For a heartier meal, try using legume-based pasta for added protein.
- You can substitute red radishes with daikon or even turnips if radishes are unavailable.
Ingredients
For the Sauce:
- ¼ cup olive oil
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon mustard
- 1 tablespoon parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon sage, chopped
- 1 tablespoon chives, chopped
For the Pasta:
- 9 oz radishes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 14 oz pasta (spaghetti or your choice)
- 2 oz green olives, pitted
