Vegetable Vegan Pasta

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Difficulty

easy

Time

40m

Price Category

cheap

Calories

High

This vegetable vegan pasta recipe is the perfect choice if you're craving something quick, healthy, and incredibly delicious. It's packed with fresh vegetables and a rich tomato sauce that's guaranteed to tantalize your taste buds. Easy to prepare, it's ideal for a busy weeknight dinner or even a weekend lunch. Give it a try and discover how delicious plant-based eating can be!

ingredients

4 Servings
400 g Spaghetti or penne pasta
30 ml Olive oil
1 pc Red onion, chopped
3 cloves Garlic, minced
1 pc Bell pepper (any color), sliced
1 pc Zucchini, diced
250 g Cherry tomatoes, halved
400 g Canned chopped tomatoes
150 ml Vegetable broth
150 ml Oat cream (or other plant-based cream)
150 g Fresh spinach
2.5 g Dried oregano
2.5 g Dried basil
1 to taste Salt
1 to taste Freshly ground black pepper

Steps

1

Cook the Pasta

Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain, reserving about 100 ml of the pasta water.

2

Sauté Vegetables

In a large pan or pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped red onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic, sliced bell pepper, and diced zucchini, then sauté for another 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are slightly tender.

3

Prepare the Sauce

Pour in the canned chopped tomatoes and vegetable broth. Season with oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Stir in the halved cherry tomatoes and oat cream, then add the fresh spinach and cook until it wilts (about 2 minutes).

4

Combine and Serve

Add the drained pasta to the sauce and toss well to combine. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh basil or vegan parmesan.

Extra Tips

Don't overcook the pasta; keep it al dente so it can better absorb the sauce's flavors.

If you like a bit of spice, add a pinch of chili flakes when sautéing the onion.

Before serving, sprinkle with fresh basil leaves or vegan parmesan for an even richer flavor.

Nutrition

Per 100gPer Serving
350g
Calories350 kcal420 kcal
Protein12g14g
Fat10g12g
Carbohydrate50g60g
Fiber6g7g
Sugar8g9g