Sweet potato noodles with creamy cashew sauce

Indulge in a wholesome and delicious Sweet Potato Noodles with Creamy Cashew Sauce recipe. Made with fresh sweet potatoes, nutrient-rich spinach, and fragrant basil, this vegan dish features a silky, garlic-infused cashew sauce. Perfect for a healthy lunch or dinner option that's packed with flavor.

  • 15 Mar 2025
  • Cook time 10 min
  • Prep time 10 min
  • 4 Servings
  • 10 Ingredients

Sweet potato noodles with creamy cashew sauce

Sweet potato noodles with creamy cashew sauce is a delectable and nutritious dish that's perfect for a healthy lunch or dinner. This recipe combines earthy sweet potato noodles with a rich, creamy cashew sauce, fresh spinach, and aromatic basil leaves. It's not only vegan and gluten-free but also packed with vitamins and minerals, making it a guilt-free indulgence.

Ingredients:

1 cup cashew
140g
3/4 cup water
180g
1/2 tsp salt
3g
1 garlic clove
3g
1 tbsp olive oil
14g
4 sweet potatos
520g
2 cups spinach
60g
2 cups basil leaves
12g
1 dash salt
0.40g
1 dash black pepper
1/10g

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Cashew Sauce:
- To start, soak the cashews in water for at least 2 hours to soften them. If you’re short on time, you can soak them in hot water for 30 minutes.
- After soaking, drain and rinse the cashews.
- In a blender, combine the soaked cashews, 3/4 cup water, 1/2 tsp salt, and the peeled garlic clove.
- Blend until you achieve a smooth and creamy consistency. Set aside.
2. Prepare the Sweet Potatoes:
- Peel the sweet potatoes and spiralize them into noodle shapes. If you don’t have a spiralizer, you can use a julienne peeler or a mandoline slicer to create thin strips resembling noodles.
3. Cook the Sweet Potato Noodles:
- Heat 1 tbsp of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the spiralized sweet potato noodles to the skillet and sauté for about 5-7 minutes, or until they are tender yet slightly firm (al dente).
- Season with a dash of salt and a dash of black pepper. Toss to mix well.
4. Combine and Cook the Ingredients:
- Add the fresh spinach and basil leaves to the skillet with the sweet potato noodles.
- Pour the creamy cashew sauce over the noodles and greens.
- Gently toss everything together to ensure the sauce coats the noodles and greens evenly. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the spinach wilts and everything is heated through.
5. Serve:
- Adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper according to taste.
- Serve immediately, garnishing with extra basil leaves or a sprinkle of nutritional yeast, if desired.

Tips:

- To make the cashew sauce extra smooth, soak the cashews in water for at least 4 hours or overnight before blending.

- Use a spiralizer to create perfect sweet potato noodles. If you don't have one, you can use a julienne peeler or a regular peeler to create long strips.

- For added flavor, you can toast the garlic clove before blending it into the sauce.

- Don't overcook the sweet potato noodles; cook them just until tender to avoid mushy noodles.

- Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms for extra texture and flavor.

Cooking sweet potato noodles with creamy cashew sauce is a delightful experience that results in a delicious and healthful meal. This recipe is simple yet flavorful, making it a great addition to your cooking repertoire. Whether you're catering to dietary restrictions or just looking for a new dish to try, this recipe won't disappoint!

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size230 grams
Energy
Calories 310kcal16%
Protein
Protein 8g5%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 40g11%
Fiber 5g14%
Sugar 7g7%
Fat
Fat 20g23%
Saturated 3.64g12%
Cholesterol 0.00mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 980ug108%
Choline 40mg7%
Vitamin B1 0.18mg15%
Vitamin B2 0.18mg14%
Vitamin B3 1.31mg8%
Vitamin B6 0.41mg24%
Vitamin B9 54ug14%
Vitamin B12 0.00ug0%
Vitamin C 8mg9%
Vitamin E 0.98mg7%
Vitamin K 100ug83%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 80mg6%
Copper, Cu 0.99mg110%
Iron, Fe 3.12mg28%
Magnesium, Mg 140mg33%
Phosphorus, P 240mg19%
Potassium, K 710mg21%
Selenium, Se 4.87ug9%
Sodium, Na 420mg28%
Zinc, Zn 2.40mg22%
Water
Water 160g-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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