Vegan Creamy Vodka Pasta
Indulge in the rich, dairy-free decadence of Vegan Creamy Vodka Pasta—your new go-to comfort food with a plant-based twist! This recipe transforms the classic vodka sauce into a silky, satisfying dish by swapping traditional cream with creamy coconut milk and nutritional yeast for a boost of umami flavor. Infused with aromatic garlic, sweet onions, and a touch of crushed red pepper for subtle spice, this sauce is simmered to perfection with vodka and robust crushed tomatoes. Tossed flawlessly with al dente penne pasta and fresh basil, it's a vibrant meal that's ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Simple to prepare in just 40 minutes, it’s a vegan pasta recipe that’s sure to impress. Perfect for lovers of creamy vegan recipes, dairy-free pasta dishes, or modern Italian-inspired meals!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 350 grams Penne pasta
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
- 60 milliliters Vodka
- 400 grams Canned crushed tomatoes
- 120 milliliters Coconut cream
- 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 10 leaves Fresh basil leaves, chopped
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the penne pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until soft and translucent.
Add minced garlic and crushed red pepper flakes to the skillet. Sauté for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Pour in the vodka and let it simmer for about 4-5 minutes, reducing the liquid by half.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Reduce the heat to low, then stir in the coconut cream and nutritional yeast. Season with salt and black pepper.
Add the cooked penne pasta to the skillet and toss to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce.
Cook the pasta in the sauce for an additional 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Remove from heat and stir in the chopped basil leaves.
Serve the pasta immediately, garnished with additional basil if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2272 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 54.8 g | 70% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.0 g | 115% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2921 mg | 127% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 361.8 g | 132% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.2 g | 86% | |
| Total Sugars | 83.2 g | ||
| Protein | 58.2 g | 116% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 156 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 17.9 mg | 99% | |
| Potassium | 2582 mg | 55% | |
*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.
