Vegan Bowtie Pasta with Tomato Sauce
Indulge in the hearty simplicity of Vegan Bowtie Pasta with Tomato Sauce, a plant-based twist on a classic comfort dish. This recipe features tender, al dente bowtie pasta tossed in a rich, homemade tomato sauce infused with aromatic garlic, sweet onions, and a medley of Italian dried herbs. A hint of sugar balances the tanginess of the crushed tomatoes, while nutritional yeast adds a subtle cheesy depth without dairy. Fresh basil leaves provide a fragrant finishing touch for a truly vibrant flavor. Ready in just 40 minutes, this easy vegan dinner is perfect for weeknights and hearty enough to please a crowd. Serve it piping hot with a sprinkle of extra basil for a meal that’s as satisfying as it is wholesome.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces bowtie pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 28 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the bowtie pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 5 minutes until it becomes translucent.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for another 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour the crushed tomatoes into the skillet with the onion and garlic. Stir to combine.
Add the dried oregano, dried basil, sugar, salt, and ground black pepper to the tomato sauce. Stir well and bring to a simmer.
Let the sauce simmer for about 20 minutes, occasionally stirring until it thickens slightly.
Add the cooked bowtie pasta to the skillet, tossing it gently to coat with the tomato sauce.
Remove the skillet from heat, and stir in the torn fresh basil leaves and nutritional yeast.
Serve hot, garnished with additional basil if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1796 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.0 g | 46% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2192 mg | 95% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 325.2 g | 118% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 31.3 g | 112% | |
| Total Sugars | 54.1 g | ||
| Protein | 61.6 g | 123% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 356 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 23.1 mg | 128% | |
| Potassium | 3182 mg | 68% | |
*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.
