Vegan Classic Spaghetti Pomodoro
Transform your weeknight dinners with this Vegan Classic Spaghetti Pomodoro, a wholesome twist on traditional Italian comfort food. Bursting with vibrant flavors, this recipe features al dente spaghetti coated in a rich, homemade tomato sauce infused with garlic, oregano, and a hint of red pepper flakes for subtle heat. Freshly chopped basil adds an aromatic freshness, while nutritional yeast delivers a cheesy, umami depth without dairy. Ready in just 45 minutes, this plant-based dish is both easy to prepare and perfect for sharing, making it ideal for busy families or casual entertaining. Serve it piping hot with extra basil and yeast for the ultimate vegan pasta experience your guests will love.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams spaghetti
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 units garlic cloves, minced
- 800 grams ripe tomatoes, chopped
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 15 grams fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 1.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 3 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 2 liters water
Instructions
Bring 2 liters of water to a boil in a large pot. Add a teaspoon of salt and the spaghetti, cooking until al dente according to package instructions.
While the pasta is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until it is fragrant, being careful not to brown it.
Stir in the chopped tomatoes, tomato paste, sugar, salt, black pepper, dried oregano, and red pepper flakes.
Allow the tomato mixture to simmer on medium-low heat for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens and the flavors meld.
Once the spaghetti is cooked, drain it and reserve about 1 cup of pasta water.
Add the cooked spaghetti to the tomato sauce, tossing to combine well. If necessary, add reserved pasta water a little at a time to achieve your desired sauce consistency.
Stir in the chopped basil leaves, and let the spaghetti sit off the heat for a couple of minutes to absorb the flavors fully.
Serve the Vegan Classic Spaghetti Pomodoro hot, sprinkled with nutritional yeast for a cheesy flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1262 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 46.3 g | 59% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.6 g | 33% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3682 mg | 160% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 176.3 g | 64% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.6 g | 81% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.9 g | ||
| Protein | 42.1 g | 84% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 305 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 12.7 mg | 71% | |
| Potassium | 2824 mg | 60% | |
*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.
