Dairy-Free Rigatoni Pasta with Tomato Sauce and Cheese
Satisfy your pasta cravings with this flavorful and comforting Dairy-Free Rigatoni Pasta with Tomato Sauce and Cheese! This recipe offers a plant-based twist on a classic Italian favorite, with tender rigatoni coated in a rich, aromatic tomato-basil sauce spiked with garlic, oregano, and a hint of peppery heat. Topped with creamy, melted dairy-free mozzarella-style cheese shreds, it’s indulgent yet entirely suitable for lactose-free diets. Ready in just 40 minutes, this dish is ideal for busy weeknights or casual family dinners. Serve it piping hot and garnish with fresh basil for a restaurant-worthy touch. Perfect for those seeking pasta recipes without dairy, vegan-friendly dinner ideas, or a hearty, satisfying meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz rigatoni pasta
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 28 oz canned crushed tomatoes (with basil)
- 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 1 cup dairy-free cheese shreds (mozzarella style)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of generously salted water to a boil over high heat.
Add the rigatoni 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 saucepan over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until the onions become translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in the canned crushed tomatoes, then add red pepper flakes, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, reduce the heat to low, and let it cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Once the sauce has thickened, stir in the fresh basil and adjust seasoning to taste.
Add the cooked rigatoni to the saucepan and toss it with the tomato sauce until well coated.
Sprinkle the dairy-free cheese shreds over the pasta and stir until the cheese is melted and creamy.
Serve immediately, garnished with additional basil if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1831 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 84.5 g | 108% | |
| Saturated Fat | 47.8 g | 239% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3737 mg | 162% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 223.8 g | 81% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.2 g | 72% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.9 g | ||
| Protein | 38.2 g | 76% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1554 mg | 120% | |
| Iron | 13.3 mg | 74% | |
| Potassium | 1828 mg | 39% | |
*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.
