I am excited to host yet another book giveaway by the prolific and infinitely creative Robin Robertson! Try out this incredible Mac and Thai recipe and scroll below to win a FREE copy of her brand new book, One-Dish Vegan. I love this book because, as a busy working mom, I need fast, simple, and delicious in the kitchen…and this book delivers.Mac And Thai
Gluten-free Option | Serves 4
Leftover pad Thai was the inspiration for this macaroni pie with Thai flavors. It actually tastes like pad Thai, so I almost called it Pad Thai Pie. Instead of the white beans, you may substitute 1 1/2 cups crumbled firm tofu, if you like. Use rice noodles to make this gluten-free.
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups cooked white beans or 1 (15.5-ounce) can white beans, rinsed and drained
- 1/4 cup plain unsweetened almond milk or other nondairy milk
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 5 scallions, minced
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon peanut butter
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt
- 3 cups cooked linguine or soaked rice noodles (6 to 8 ounces before cooking)
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil or 1/4 cup water
- 1/2 cup chopped red onion
- 6 ounces asparagus, trimmed and cut into
- 1-inch pieces
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 small carrot, peeled and shredded
- 1/2 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
- 1 cup thinly sliced white mushrooms
- 2 tablespoons wheat-free tamari or vegan oyster sauce
- 1 tablespoon natural sugar
- 1 teaspoon Asian chili paste (optional)
- 2 tablespoons water
- 6 grape tomatoes, halved lengthwise
- 3 tablespoons crushed unsalted roasted peanuts
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro or Thai basil
- Lime wedges, for serving
Directions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly oil a 9- to 10-inch pie plate or quiche pan.
2. In a high-speed blender or food processor, combine the beans, almond milk, nutritional yeast, half of the scallions, the lime juice, vinegar, peanut butter, garlic powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Puree until smooth, then transfer to a large bowl. Add the noodles and mix well to combine. Set aside.
3. Heat the oil or water in a skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and cook for 4 minutes to soften. Add the asparagus, garlic, carrot, bell pepper, mushrooms, and remaining scallions. Stir in the tamari, sugar, chili paste (if using), and water. Cover and cook for 3 minutes. Remove the lid and continue cooking until the liquid has mostly evaporated. Transfer the vegetables to the bowl with the noodle mixture and mix well to combine. Taste and adjust the seasonings if needed.
4. Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared pan. Arrange the tomato halves on top of the mixture around the outer edge of the pan in an evenly spaced circle, pressing the tomatoes lightly into the mixture. Cover loosely and bake for 45 minutes, or until bubbly. Let cool for about 10 minutes before cutting. Sprinkle the top with the peanuts and cilantro. Serve with lime wedges.
Recipe © 2013 by Robin Robertson and used by permission of The Harvard Common Press
Robin Robertson has written more than twenty cookbooks, including the bestsellers Fresh from the Vegan Slow Cooker and Quick-Fix Vegan. Formerly a columnist for Vegetarian Times, she also has written for Cooking Light, Natural Health, and other magazines. A vegan herself, she lives in the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia with her husband Jon.
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I tend to go through the fridge to see what needs to be used. Throw it in a dish, add cooked pasta or rice, some kind of sauce & bake!
Looks so delicious!
This sounds awesome. I just might have to be dinner for tonight!
Can't wait to try this. Pad Thai is one of my favourite dishes but it's no fun without the noodles. 🙂
I would love a copy of this book, I'm forever googling away for versatile recipes, I'm a great cook but I don't eat the way I used to over my life, a lot has changed, including tht of my diet, loving this recipe right here, Thai being ny favourite 🙂
My husband would love this dish! Thank you for sharing!
New to plant based living and am still searching for recipes to try.
Looks yummy, I'm gonna make this!!
Looks good!
Crock pots are a one-dish wonder!
My favorite one dish meals often include beans and veggies to serve over rice or in burritos!
One dish meals are the best! My default is cleaning all the veggies and whatever out of the fridge and making some sort of "stir fry". The results vary. lol
I want to try this! 🙂
A nice stir fry full of vegetables and brown rice
Frozen veggies are a lifesaver for me when it come to one dish meals!
My favourite 1 dish meal is a lentil shepards pie. It's super yummy. This Mac and Thai looks super good. Can't wait to try. Thanks for sharing!!!
I love my slow cooker for one dish meals, but am also still looking for the ideal vegan version of tuna casserole, one of the only things I miss from my pregan days.
I am new to the plant based diet journey and would like more options to add to my weekly meals. This cookbook would be a great addition in my kitchen to keep me on this healthy, life long journey.
Looks delicious! Love Robin's cookbooks!
My favorite one-dish meal is Gnocchi with White Beans, Swiss Chard and Tomatoes.
My seasonal favorite is a pumpkin quinoa/brown rice pasta casserole with mixed veggies. So easy and scrumptious!
One of my favourite one dish recipes is for Tofu Jambalaya…my 8 year old son loves it too 🙂
my favorite one dish meals are typically beans, greens, and rice all tossed together with some spices.
Sounds delicious! I love Robin Robertson's books!!
I'd love this cookbook. I'm just starting out on vegan cooking and I'm slowly changing my diet and that of my family towards vegan. I am enjoying the recipes you post and the Facebook posts from you Julieanna. Thanks.
My favourite method to cook one dish vegan recipes is in the slow cooker!
Shepherds pie is my favorite one dish meal
I love just about any one dish vegan ideas, especially on a work night! (Bonus if it uses up those veggies that are getting close to going bad!)
Garbanzo beans, rice, cauliflower, tomato and an Indian curry sauce make for a favourite one dish meal.
I actually tried this recipe, and it is right up there with my favorites.
My favorite one-dish meal is skillet pizza with lots of veggies!
I love pad thai…so easy & quick to make! Excited about Robin's book!!
I would really LOVE to win the cookbook!!!!
My trusted method for one-dish meals is the crockpot
Me too, Jacqui! Sometimes the best dishes come out of that process!
I had exactly that last night and then for lunch, too! Yum!
You can always add noodles!
I'm beginning to read vegan cookbooks – I've been vegan for about 3 weeks! Glad I found this site!
Let me know if you have any questions, or need any tips- my sister -in-law has been vegan for 18 months, and creates alot of her own stuff.
Mac and Thai | Plant Based Dietitian, THANKS!
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