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GARLICKY MUSHROOM + KALE WITH LINGUINE

Garlicky Mushroom + Kale with Linquine in a white ceramic bowl with fork on marble countertop

This Garlicky Mushroom + Kale with Pasta is a perfect easy weeknight meal! With just under 10 ingredients, it’s a healthy pasta dish that’s ready in a cinch and cooks in 1 pot.

I just moved to a new home, and as I settle into my new surroundings, quick and easy meals have been a must. There’s always so much to do to get settled and comfy.

I had a few variations of this recipe in mind. Should I make it creamy or brothy? Well, I settled on my original craving of a simple juicy broth, saving the creamy version for another recipe.

Now without further ado, let’s get on with the good stuff!

GARLICKY MUSHROOM + KALE WITH LINQUINE

Garlicky Mushroom + Kale with Pasta

This recipe isΒ very flexible and can beΒ mixed up usingΒ different broths, noodles or herbs.

  • For the mushroomsΒ I used a combo of white and shitake.Β The white mushrooms came in a large 16 oz. tub as seen below and were on sale, naturally I went with those and picked up a smallΒ  6 oz. tub of shitake mushrooms. Use your favorite mushrooms here in any combo you like or simply use one type.
  • The mushrooms on theirΒ own will give you a savory juice but I added a cup or soΒ of vegetable broth to the finished mixture forΒ extra juices. Miso broth would also be a good option, especially if you decide to use udon, soba or ramen noodles.
  • I used a small amount of thyme in this recipe but you could vary it up with herbs de Provence, rosemary or an Italian blend.
  • For added protein, try using a can of white beans such as cannellini or great northern.

This recipe cooks up fairly fast usingΒ one pot and will be on your tableΒ within 35 minutes or so, the longest part is cooking the pasta.

I hope you enjoy this savory and simple meal as much as I did!

GARLICKY MUSHROOM + KALE WITH LINQUINE

Let’s talk mushrooms!

Classified as a vegetable, they actually are not plantsΒ at allΒ butΒ belong to the Fungi Kingdom. Not only do they add a heartyΒ texture to your meals, they are full of health benefits.

Crimini, shitake, porcini, white and portabella mushrooms are widely available year round. AllΒ are an excellent source ofΒ vitamin D, B2 and B3. They’re also a good source of minerals such as iron and selenium.

SeleniumΒ plays a role withΒ the enzyme function in theΒ liver acting as a detoxifier of certain cancer-causing compounds. It also works to help preventΒ inflammation. SeleniumΒ isn’t found in high doses, and sometimes not all, in fruits and vegetables but mushrooms are an excellent plant-based source of this important mineral (brazil nuts are also an excellent plant source). Shitake mushrooms are your best bet for adding this mineral to your diet, with crimini coming in second.

Mushrooms raw or cooked should be an integral part of your healthy plant-based diet.

GARLICKY MUSHROOM + KALE WITH LINQUINE

How To Make Garlicky Mushroom + Kale with Pasta

This recipe is easy as 1 – 2 – 3!

  1. Cook your pasta.
  2. Saute the veggies.
  3. Mix the veggies with the pasta.

Voila, a delicious bowl of healthy goodness is born! This garlicky mushroom with kale and pasta makes a great lunch, dinner, or make ahead meal.

If you try this easy pasta recipe, please let me know! Leave a comment and rate it below. I love to hear what you think, or any changes you make.

GARLICKY MUSHROOM + KALE WITH LINQUINE

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GARLICKY MUSHROOM + KALE WITH LINGUINE

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For all the mushroom lovers! This savory one pot pasta dish is quick, easy and simply delicious.

  • Prep Time: 10 min
  • Cook Time: 20 min
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4 - 6 1x
  • Category: Pasta, Entree
  • Cuisine: Vegan

Ingredients

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  • 12 oz. linguine, or your favorite pasta
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or 1/4 cup water/broth (for water saute)
  • 1 large shallot or 1/2 medium onion, chopped
  • 6 – 7 large garlic cloves, chopped
  • 2 lbs. (32 oz.) sliced mushrooms (button, crimini, shitake, porcini, etc.)
  • 5 oz. package baby kale or 1 bunch lacinato kale (julienned)
  • 1/2 heaping teaspoon thyme, herbes de provence, rosemary or Italian blend
  • pinch of red pepper flakes, optional
  • mineral salt & fresh cracked pepper, to taste
  • 1 1/2 cups vegetable or miso broth
  • lemon wedges, to serve (optional)

Instructions

Pasta: In a large pot cook pasta according to package, drain in colander and set side.

Saute Veggies: In same pot, heat olive oil over medium heat, add onions and cook 4 minutes, add garlic, mushrooms and herbs, optional red pepper flakes, salt and pepper, cook over medium heat until mushrooms start to release moisture, about 4 – 5 minutes. Add kale and continue to cook until wilted (lacinato will take longer to wilt than baby kale).

Combine: Add the pasta to the mushroom mix, add broth, mix well and continue to cook until broth is just warmed.

Serve: Serve in individual bowls with some of the juices, top with fresh cracked pepper and a squeeze of lemon for brightness.

Serves 4 – 6

NOTES:

Add a few chopped sun-dried tomatoes for another layer of flavor. It’s delicious!

Use spinach in place of kale if you like.

Add extra protein to this recipe by adding a can of cannellini or great northern beans, drained and rinsed, to the pot after adding the broth.

Use any noodles you prefer, penne, farfalle, soba, udon, ramen, fettucine, etc. Use rice or quinoa pasta to make this gluten free.

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44 Comments

  1. We really enjoyed this quick and easy meal!






  2. So yummy! The lemon really brought out all the other flavors. I used black bean pasta instead of traditional, and the family loved it. Thanks!






  3. This was possibly the worst dinner I have made :( I love kale and mushrooms but in a veg stock with pasta. Nope sorry not for me

    1. Julie | The Simple Veganista says:

      Sorry, you didn’t enjoy the recipe, Haidee! I plan on making a creamy version of this recipe soon, and hopefully, that will be perfect for you.

  4. I can’t eat mushrooms. What can I sub for the mushrooms?? Maybe cauliflower?

    1. Julie | The Simple Veganista says:

      Yes, cauliflower would be delicious!

  5. Pallavi Devulapalli says:

    Great recipe, thanks! My boys loved it






  6. We are not vegan but try to eat vegan/vegetarian at least twice a week. This was amazing, very easy to make, and delicious! The kids ate it right up. Will make again and again!






  7. OMG this is amazing!! Who knew miso and lemon could kick up a pasta to the next level?? I will make this again and again. Thank you!!






    1. PS I added a splash of cream. The broth left in the bowl after eating the pasta and veggies was like the best cream of mushroom soup ever!

  8. I shall make it this evening with spaghetti squash. Definately herbs and chilli and maybe some creme frais and feta!

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