Dairy-Free Penne alla Vodka
Elevate your pasta night with this creamy, indulgent yet completely dairy-free Penne alla Vodka recipe! Featuring tender penne tossed in a luxurious, coconut milk-based vodka sauce, this comforting dish offers all the richness you love without the dairy. Aromatic garlic, sweet onions, and tangy tomato paste create a flavorful foundation, while crushed tomatoes and a splash of vodka bring bold depth to every bite. Enhanced with fresh basil and optional nutritional yeast for a cheesy flair, this dairy-free version is just as satisfying as the classic. Ready in only 35 minutes, it's perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests with an elegant meal. Make this wholesome vegan pasta dish your go-to indulgence today!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz Penne pasta
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 3 Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp Tomato paste
- 14 oz Canned crushed tomatoes
- 1/2 cup Vodka
- 1 cup Coconut milk (full-fat canned)
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1/2 tsp Ground black pepper
- 1/4 tsp Red pepper flakes
- 1/4 cup Fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 2 tbsp Nutritional yeast (optional, for cheesy flavor)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the penne pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes, until translucent.
Add the minced garlic and tomato paste to the skillet, stirring for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes and vodka, and bring the mixture to a simmer. Let it cook for about 7-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, allowing the alcohol to cook off.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the coconut milk. Let it cook for another 5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly. If you desire a cheesier flavor, add the nutritional yeast at this point and stir well.
Season the sauce with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes, adjusting to taste.
Add the cooked penne to the skillet, tossing to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce.
Remove from heat and stir in the chopped basil leaves.
Serve warm, garnishing with additional basil or nutritional yeast if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2524 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 93.3 g | 120% | |
| Saturated Fat | 54.9 g | 274% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2922 mg | 127% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 309.3 g | 112% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.4 g | 91% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.5 g | ||
| Protein | 60.2 g | 120% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 250 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 27.6 mg | 153% | |
| Potassium | 3227 mg | 69% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
