Vegan Amatriciana Pasta
Indulge in the bold flavors of this Vegan Amatriciana Pasta, a plant-based twist on the classic Italian favorite. Smoky, rich, and subtly spicy, this recipe features a luscious tomato-based sauce infused with layers of flavor from smoked paprika, liquid smoke, and a splash of dry white wine. Sautéed onions and garlic form the aromatic base, while balsamic vinegar adds a touch of tangy depth. Tossed with perfectly cooked penne pasta and finished with a sprinkle of nutritional yeast for a cheesy, umami boost, this dish is both comforting and sophisticated. Ready in just 45 minutes, it’s a perfect weeknight dinner or a centerpiece for a vegan Italian-inspired feast. Garnish with fresh parsley for a vibrant, aromatic finishing touch!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, finely chopped yellow onion
- 3 cloves, minced garlic
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 14 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 0.5 teaspoon liquid smoke
- 0.25 cup dry white wine
- 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
- 12 ounces penne pasta
- 1 to taste salt
- 1 to taste black pepper
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the finely chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic, smoked paprika, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Mix in the tomato paste and cook for another 2 minutes, stirring continuously.
Pour in the canned crushed tomatoes and stir to combine.
Add the soy sauce, liquid smoke, and white wine, and let the sauce simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add balsamic vinegar and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
While the sauce is simmering, cook the penne pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water according to package instructions until al dente.
Drain the pasta and add it directly to the skillet with the sauce. Toss to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce.
Sprinkle nutritional yeast over the pasta and gently toss again.
Serve hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1777 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.2 g | 46% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.6 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3485 mg | 152% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 303.8 g | 110% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.2 g | 97% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.5 g | ||
| Protein | 59.6 g | 119% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 194 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 20.3 mg | 113% | |
| Potassium | 3064 mg | 65% | |
*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.
