Vegan Macaroni Pasta with Meat Sauce
Savor the ultimate comfort food experience with this hearty and flavorful Vegan Macaroni Pasta with Meat Sauce—perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prepping! This plant-based twist on a classic dish features tender macaroni pasta paired with a rich and robust meatless sauce made from plant-based ground meat, crushed tomatoes, and aromatic seasonings like garlic, oregano, and basil. Enhanced with the umami-packed punch of nutritional yeast and a touch of sweetness from sugar, this recipe creates the perfect balance of flavors. Quick to prepare with only 15 minutes of prep time, and ready in under an hour, it's a deliciously dairy-free, cruelty-free option that never skimps on satisfaction. Serve it hot, garnished with fresh basil for a vibrant finish, and enjoy a comforting pasta dish that's as wholesome as it is indulgent.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams macaroni pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, chopped onion
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 250 grams plant-based ground meat
- 400 grams canned crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
- 10 grams fresh basil
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the macaroni pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in the plant-based ground meat, breaking it apart with a spoon, and cook for 5-6 minutes until browned.
Add the canned crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, basil, salt, black pepper, and sugar to the skillet. Mix well to combine.
Lower the heat and let the sauce simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed.
Turn off the heat and stir in the nutritional yeast.
Serve the cooked macaroni pasta topped with the vegan meat sauce.
Garnish with fresh basil leaves and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2192 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 73.8 g | 95% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.6 g | 93% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3778 mg | 164% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 303.4 g | 110% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.6 g | 99% | |
| Total Sugars | 40.7 g | ||
| Protein | 96.7 g | 193% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 343 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 20.1 mg | 112% | |
| Potassium | 3553 mg | 76% | |
*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.
