5 from 5 votes

Cajun Veggie Pasta

By: Julia Pacheco
Cajun Veggie Pasta combines colorful vegetables, bold Cajun spices, and creamy pasta for a quick and flavorful meatless meal that packs a little heat in every bite.
Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 15 minutes
Total: 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
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Ingredients 

  • 10 oz penne pasta
  • 1 tbs olive oil
  • 8 oz white mushrooms, sliced
  • 1 white onion, diced
  • 1 tbs minced garlic
  • 14 oz can petite diced tomatoes
  • ¾ cup coconut milk , OR heavy cream
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp pepper
  • 2 tsp cajun seasoning

Optional Cornstarch Slurry to thicken the sauce:

  • 1 tbs cornstarch
  • 1 tbs water

Instructions 

  • To a large pot of boiling water add the pasta and cook according to the box instructions, drain and set to the side.
  • In a large skillet over medium heat add the oil. Once hot add in the sliced mushrooms, onion, and garlic. Stir and let the mushrooms and onion soften this should take about 8 minutes. Now add in the diced tomatoes, coconut milk, and seasonings stir well and let simmer for 4 minutes. Stir in the cornstarch slurry and pasta. Enjoy!

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Nutrition

Calories: 447kcal | Carbohydrates: 69g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 728mg | Potassium: 797mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 708IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 72mg | Iron: 4mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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About Julia Pacheco

Hello, I’m Julia Pacheco, and I’m so glad you’re here! I’m a published cookbook author with a passion for creating delicious, budget-friendly meals. My blog focuses on recipes that are accessible and enjoyable, because I truly believe in the power of food to heal, inspire, and bring people together. From early lessons in the kitchen with my mom to navigating life on WIC and food stamps, I’ve learned the value of making every meal count. Cooking has been my creative outlet, a way to connect with others, and it even helped me land my dream job.

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1 Comment

  1. Susan Bent says:

    I am forced into retirement because of health issues and I don’t have a lot of money in my budget but want to eat healthy

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