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Looking for a rich, umami-packed pasta sauce that comes together in minutes? This Ricotta Miso Pasta Sauce is creamy, tangy, and bursting with flavor. Plus, it’s super versatile—you can easily make it vegan with a simple swap!

🍽 Servings: 3-4 people
⏳ Prep Time: 20-30 minutes
🥕 Vegetarian Recipe (Can be Made Vegan)

📝 Ingredients

For the Sauce:

• 250g ricotta (or substitute with white beans for a vegan version)
• 1 tbsp miso paste
• 1 tsp mustard
• 4 tbsp nutritional yeast
• Juice of half a lemon
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 250ml plant-based milk (or milk of your choice)

For the Toppings:

• 1 large carrot, diced
• Olive oil
• Salt & pepper
• ½ tsp paprika
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• Optional: vegan bacon or your favorite crispy topping

🔥 Instructions

1️⃣ Blend the Sauce: Combine all sauce ingredients in a food processor and blend until smooth. Adjust seasoning to taste.

2️⃣ Prepare the Toppings:

• Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
• Add diced carrots, season with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder, and sauté until tender.
• If using vegan bacon, cook it separately until crispy.

3️⃣ Cook the Pasta: Follow the instructions on your pasta package. Before draining, reserve about ½ cup of pasta water.

4️⃣ Combine: Toss the pasta with the creamy sauce, adding a splash of pasta water to achieve the perfect consistency.

5️⃣ Serve & Garnish: Top with sautéed carrots, vegan bacon (if using), and a fresh herb of choice—I love dill for an extra burst of freshness!

Give it a Try! 💛

This dish is the perfect balance of creamy, savory, and fresh—whether you’re making the classic ricotta version or going plant-based. It’s quick, easy, and packed with flavor, so why not give it a go? 🍽️✨