Description
This egg-free Pastina recipe offers a delightful twist on the classic Italian pasta dish, making it accessible for those with egg allergies or on a vegan diet. Enjoy the comforting taste of pastina without compromising on dietary needs.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup Pastina pasta
- 2 cups vegetable broth or water
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or vegan butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: Nutritional yeast or vegan parmesan for a cheesy flavor
Instructions
- Boil the Liquid: In a saucepan, bring the vegetable broth or water to a boil.
- Cook the Pastina: Add the pastina to the boiling liquid, reduce heat to a simmer, and cook until tender, about 5 minutes.
- Season and Serve: Drain any excess liquid, then mix in olive oil or vegan butter. Season with salt and pepper to taste, and add nutritional yeast or vegan parmesan if desired.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use vegetable broth instead of water.
- Nutritional yeast or vegan parmesan adds a cheesy flavor without dairy.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: per serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg