Gluten-Free Vegan Italian Asparagus, Pasta, and Potatoes

Guiltfree carb indulge!

This creamy potato, asparagus, and pasta dish is so satisfying and so good-for-you! Whether you’re looking for comfort food or just want a delicious and hearty meal, this mouthwatering dish is sure to become a new favorite.

What about the Carbs?

But what about all the carbs in this dish?

Contrary to popular belief, complex carbohydrates – like those found in potatoes and whole-grain pasta – do not cause weight gain. In fact, they actually help with weight loss!

The human body needs complex carbs for disease prevention, energy, proper hormone balance, gut health, and more. Studies show that those who adopt a diet high in complex carbohydrates can not only lower their risk for many diseases, such as type 2 diabetes and heart disease, but they are often able to reverse disease.

The resistant starch from potatoes increases butyrate levels in the gut, which is great for gut health and also helps with weight loss! In fact, in one study, the resistant starch in potatoes led to the greatest increase in butyrate compared to all the other resistant starches tested.

Potatoes are good for you!

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Perfectly Slimming Pasta

White pasta is made from refined flour – which is unhealthy and can lead to weight gain. Whole-grain pasta is a better choice, but many people don’t like the texture or taste of whole-wheat pasta. Tinkyada Pasta to the rescue!! It’s tender and delicious, yet it’s made from whole-grain brown rice. Win-win.

Just one luscious bite, and this Potato, Asparagus, Pasta Dish will become a regular part of your menu.

Creamy Asparagus, Pasta, and Potatoes

This creamy potato,asparagus, and pasta dish is so satisfying and so good-for-you! Whether you're looking for comfort food or just want a delicious and hearty meal, this mouthwatering dish is sure to be a family favorite.

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Prep Time 18

Total Time 22

Course Main Course

YIELD 4 cups

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Ingredients

6 ounces (about 2 cups) uncooked Tinkyada spirals
10 ounces (about 1 1/2 cups diced) Yukon Gold potatoes
3/4 cup water
20 asparagus spears, tough ends removed and cut into 1/2-inch pieces (about 1 1/2 cups) - See note
2/3 cup raw cashews
1 1/3 cups water
2 teaspoons granulated onion
1/2 teaspoon granulated garlic
1 1/4 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons dried parsley
2 teaspoons dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano

Instructions

Cook pasta according to package directions.
Begin heating 3/4 cup water in a separate pan. Dice potatoes into 1/4- to 3/8-inch dices and add to pan. Bring to boil and cook for 4 minutes or until nearly tender.
Add asparagus and cook until potatoes are tender and asparagus is al dente (about 3 to 4 minutes).
Meanwhile, place raw cashews and water in blender and blend until very smooth. Add seasonings and blend just until mixed. Set aside.
Drain excess water from pasta. Return pasta to cooking pot.
Drain excess water from potatoes and asparagus. Add to pasta.
Add blender mixture to pasta and potatoes, gently mix, and cook just until heated. Do not overcook or pasta will become mushy.
Adjust salt to taste.
Serve hot.

Notes

1. This recipe has been tested with Tinkyada Brown Rice Pasta. It may not work with other types of pasta as the proportions may be off.

2. You will need 1 1/2 cups of asparagus pieces. This usually equals about 18 to 20 spears, but the actual number will vary depending on the length of your asparagus spears. Be sure to remove the tough ends of the asparagus before using.

Make Ahead Tip:

This dish is best served freshly prepared.

If you need to prepare it ahead of time, undercook the pasta and the asparagus slightly. To reheat, place approximately 1/2 cup of water in a saucepan. Heat water over medium heat. Add Creamy Asparagus, Pasta, and Potatoes. Cook uncovered over medium-low heat for approximately 10 minutes or until thoroughly heated.

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