Dairy-Free Cheese & Broccoli Baked Pasta
Our Dairy-Free Cheese & Broccoli Baked Pasta recipe is great for kiddos who desire a delicious, gluten-free, dairy-free pasta dish! Often times when people need to follow a gluten-free diet one of the foods they miss is…pasta, but not anymore.
Dairy-Free Cheese & Broccoli Baked Pasta is a great source of protein, fat, and fiber. Combining these nutrients help keep your child full and nourished until the next meal/snack. The fiber will also help kiddos struggling with constipation. This recipe features chickpea pasta, potatoes, carrots, broccoli and nutritional yeast which are great sources of iron, potassium, vitamin A, vitamin B6, folate and can promote a healthy gut, reduce inflammation and support cognitive development. This recipe is also a good source of calcium.
This recipe can be customized! You can swap broccoli for cauliflower or do a mix of both according to your child’s sensory preferences and nutritional needs.
Ingredients
2 cups Mini Potatoes
2 Carrot (large, chopped)
9 ozs Chickpea Pasta
1 1/2 cups Water (reserved from pasta water)
1/2 cup Nutritional Yeast
1 tsp Sea Salt
1/2 tsp Smoked Paprika
2 Garlic (cloves)
1 tsp Onion Powder
4 cups Broccoli (florets, chopped)
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Directions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
Add the potatoes and carrots to a steaming basket over boiling water and steam for 15 minutes, or until fork tender.
Meanwhile, cook the pasta al dente according to the package directions. Reserve some of the pasta water for the sauce.
To a blender, add the cooked potatoes, carrots, nutritional yeast, salt, smoked paprika, garlic, onion powder, and some of the reserved pasta water. Blend for one to two minutes, until a smooth consistency is achieved. Add more water as needed.
Add the pasta and broccoli to a baking dish. Pour the cheese sauce overtop and mix well to completely coat. Cover the dish and bake in the oven for 15 minutes. Remove the lid and continue to bake for 15 minutes more. Enjoy!
Notes
Leftovers
Refrigerate covered, or in an airtight container for up to five days.
Serving Size
One serving is equal to approximately 1 1/2 cups.
Additional Toppings
Sprinkle vegan cheese shreds on top before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Makes 4 Servings
Nutrients per serving: Calories: 387 | Protein: 30 grams | Fiber: 18 grams | Carbohydrates: 65 grams | Fat: 4 grams | Sugar: 9 grams
