Creamy Parmesan Pastina Recipe (Gluten-Free & Vegan)
An easy, creamy, and delicious pastina recipe featuring vegan parmesan cheese, gluten-free stars pastina, vegetable broth, and more! This simple dish is the ultimate comfort food for kids and adults alike!
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 16 oz pastina gluten free
- 8 cups vegetable broth
- 1-2 tbsp white miso paste
- 2-3 tbsp vegan butter salted
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 cup vegan parmesan grated
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Optional, for garnish
- olive oil extra virgin, for finishing
- lemon zest to taste
- red chili flakes to taste
Instructions
- Add vegetable broth to a medium or large pot and bring to a boil. Add the pastina and lower to a simmer, cooking according to package directions. Pastina should be cooked through and most of the liquid should be absorbed. You’re looking for a consistency close to risotto, but a little bit looser. You can also adjust the texture to your liking by adding more or less broth.
- Lower the heat then toss in vegan butter, garlic powder and vegan parmesan. Stir to combine, ensuring the butter and miso paste are completely melted down.
- Season with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste and finish with extra parmesan and any other desired toppings.
Notes
Expert Tips
- Feel free to add veggies if you’d like. Cooked mushrooms, carrots, onions, or broccoli would go really well.
- If you want to add additional protein, cubed tofu will work well.
Serving Tips
- Serve this pastina recipe warm with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste, and finish with extra parmesan and any other desired toppings.
Storage Tips
- Store leftover pastina in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. Reheat in a saucepan over the stovetop, and use additional vegan butter to break up the clumps.