Vegan Penne Puttanesca
Experience the bold, Mediterranean-inspired flavors of Vegan Penne Puttanesca, a plant-based twist on the Italian classic. This quick and easy recipe comes together in just 30 minutes, combining al dente penne pasta with a robust tomato sauce infused with garlic, red chili flakes, and a briny mix of black olives and capers. A touch of fresh parsley and zesty lemon zest adds brightness, making this dish refreshingly vibrant yet satisfyingly hearty. Perfect for weeknight dinners or when you crave something comforting and flavorful, this vegan pasta recipe is as wholesome as it is delicious. Easy to make, naturally dairy-free, and bursting with umami, it’s a must-try for pasta lovers looking to explore plant-based options.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 g Penne pasta
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 3 Garlic cloves, minced
- 0.5 tsp Red chili flakes
- 800 g Canned diced tomatoes
- 100 g Black olives, pitted and sliced
- 2 tbsp Capers, drained
- 3 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 1 tsp Lemon zest
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside. Reserve 1 cup of pasta cooking water.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and red chili flakes, stirring frequently, and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Add the canned diced tomatoes to the skillet along with their juice. Stir well to combine and bring the sauce to a gentle simmer.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the black olives and capers. Cook for 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
Season the sauce with salt and black pepper to taste. If the sauce becomes too thick, gradually stir in reserved pasta cooking water to reach your desired consistency.
Add the cooked penne to the skillet and toss to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce.
Sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley and lemon zest over the top before serving for added brightness and freshness.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Vegan Penne Puttanesca!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2218 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 76.5 g | 98% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.4 g | 67% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 16 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 3417 mg | 149% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 331.3 g | 120% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 34.1 g | 122% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.6 g | ||
| Protein | 59.4 g | 119% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 355 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 22.3 mg | 124% | |
| Potassium | 2545 mg | 54% | |
*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.
