Vegan Classic Pasta with Tomato Sauce
Savor the simplicity of Italian-inspired comfort food with this Vegan Classic Pasta with Tomato Sauce! This crowd-pleasing recipe combines tender spaghetti with a rich, robust tomato sauce that's infused with garlic, onions, and aromatic dried herbs like oregano and basil. A hint of sugar balances the acidity of the tomato passata, while a sprinkle of nutritional yeast adds a satisfying cheesy flavor—all without any animal products. Ready in just 40 minutes, this plant-based dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Finished with fresh basil leaves for a burst of color and flavor, it's an easy, wholesome meal that will delight vegans and omnivores alike. Perfect for serving hot and pairing with a crusty bread or a crisp side salad! Embark on a plant-powered culinary journey today.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 g spaghetti
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 4 units garlic cloves
- 800 g tomato passata (pureed tomatoes)
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp sugar
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 10 g fresh basil leaves
- 2 tbsp nutritional yeast
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
While waiting for the water to boil, finely chop the onion and mince the garlic cloves.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and cook for 5-7 minutes until translucent, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for another minute, until fragrant.
Pour in the tomato passata and stir to combine with the onions and garlic.
Stir in the dried oregano, dried basil, sugar, salt, and black pepper.
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer uncovered for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. This will help thicken the sauce and deepen the flavors.
Once the water is boiling, add the spaghetti and cook according to the package instructions until al dente.
Reserve a cup of the pasta water, then drain the spaghetti.
Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet with the tomato sauce.
Toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water as needed to achieve the desired sauce consistency.
Serve the pasta hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves and sprinkled with nutritional yeast for a cheesy flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1252 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.6 g | 43% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.3 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1280 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 200.7 g | 73% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.5 g | 88% | |
| Total Sugars | 51.0 g | ||
| Protein | 43.8 g | 88% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 238 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 13.2 mg | 73% | |
| Potassium | 2977 mg | 63% | |
*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.
