Vegan Spaghetti Meat Sauce
Satisfy your cravings for a hearty, comforting pasta dish with this Vegan Spaghetti Meat Sauce recipe, a plant-based twist on the classic Italian favorite. Packed with robust flavors, this recipe features a savory combination of plant-based ground "meat," finely chopped vegetables like carrots and celery, and a rich crushed tomato base, all seasoned with aromatic dried herbs including oregano, basil, and thyme. The sauce is simmered to perfection, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully, and served atop tender spaghetti for a deliciously satisfying meal. Ideal for vegans or anyone seeking a meat-free alternative, this recipe is both versatile and easy to prepare, boasting a 15-minute prep time and 40-minute cook time. Customize it with optional red pepper flakes for a touch of heat, and finish it off with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for garnish. Whether you're looking for a family-friendly dinner or a dish to impress guests, this vegan spaghetti recipe is sure to delight.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium carrot, finely diced or shredded
- 1 stalk celery, finely diced
- 12 ounces plant-based ground 'meat' (e.g., Beyond Meat, Impossible, or textured vegetable protein (TVP))
- 28 ounces crushed tomatoes (canned)
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
- 12 ounces spaghetti (gluten-free if required)
- as needed water (for boiling pasta)
- 1 tablespoon salt (for pasta water)
Instructions
Heat a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat. Add the olive oil.
Once the oil is hot, add the finely chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, until softened and slightly translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic, diced carrot, and diced celery. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are soft and fragrant.
Crumble the plant-based ground 'meat' into the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and slightly crisp.
Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and vegetable broth to the skillet. Stir to combine.
Sprinkle in the dried oregano, dried basil, dried thyme, optional red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Stir everything together and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens and the flavors meld together.
While the sauce simmers, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add 1 tablespoon of salt to the water, then cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta and set aside.
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
Serve the cooked spaghetti topped with the vegan meat sauce. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if desired.
Enjoy your delicious vegan spaghetti meat sauce!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1918 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 76.8 g | 98% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.0 g | 100% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 10523 mg | 458% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 222.9 g | 81% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 35.4 g | 126% | |
| Total Sugars | 48.8 g | ||
| Protein | 95.6 g | 191% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 632 mg | 49% | |
| Iron | 24.6 mg | 137% | |
| Potassium | 3938 mg | 84% | |
*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.
