Spicy Vegan Cajun Pasta (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 small sweet or yellow onion, quartered and sliced
02 - 2-3 medium bell peppers (any color), quartered and sliced
03 - 4-6 green onions, sliced, white and green parts separated

→ Base Ingredients

04 - 1 pound pasta of choice
05 - 1 (14.5 oz) can fire roasted diced tomatoes
06 - 3 cups vegan chicken or vegetable broth

→ Seasonings

07 - 1-3 teaspoons Cajun seasoning, to taste

→ Optional Ingredients

08 - 1/2 - 3/4 cup coconut milk, cashew cream, or sunflower seed cream
09 - Seitan chicken, vegan sausage, soy curls, or other protein of choice

# Instructions:

01 - In a large nonstick pot over medium high heat, sauté onion until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Use oil, water, or broth for cooking.
02 - Add peppers and half of the Cajun seasoning, sauté for 2 minutes. Add fire roasted tomatoes and cook for 2 more minutes.
03 - Add pasta and broth. Stir well, reduce heat to medium, cover and cook for 6-10 minutes, stirring frequently. Add more liquid if needed.
04 - Once pasta is cooked, add white parts of green onions and remaining Cajun seasoning. Add optional cream, stir well, and top with green onion parts. Serve with optional vegan protein.

# Notes:

01 - Can customize Cajun seasoning amount to preferred spice level
02 - Short pasta shapes like penne or rotini work best for this one-pot method
03 - Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for 3-5 days