Vegetarian Savory Pasta with Ground Meat
Elevate your meat-free meal game with this hearty and flavorful Vegetarian Savory Pasta with Ground Meat. Featuring protein-packed vegetarian ground meat, al dente pasta, and a medley of aromatic spices, this dish offers a satisfying twist on classic comfort food. Sautéed onions, garlic, and red bell pepper create a deeply savory base, while crushed tomatoes and tomato paste make for a rich, velvety sauce infused with fragrant oregano and basil. A hint of red pepper flakes adds just the right amount of heat, and a garnish of fresh parsley and optional Parmesan cheese completes this mouthwatering masterpiece. Ready in just 45 minutes, this easy and versatile recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests with a vegetarian-friendly delight.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz Pasta (penne or fusilli)
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 12 oz Vegetarian ground meat
- 1 large, finely chopped Onion
- 3 cloves, minced Garlic
- 1 medium, diced Red bell pepper
- 2 tbsp Tomato paste
- 14.5 oz Canned crushed tomatoes
- 1 tsp Dried oregano
- 1 tsp Dried basil
- 0.5 tsp Red pepper flakes
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- 2 tbsp, chopped Fresh parsley
Instructions
1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions in a large pot of salted boiling water. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté until it becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
3. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
4. Stir in the red bell pepper and cook for about 5 minutes until it softens.
5. Add the vegetarian ground meat to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula, and cook until it starts to brown.
6. Mix in the tomato paste and stir well to coat the vegetables and ground meat substitute evenly.
7. Pour in the crushed tomatoes, then add oregano, basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Stir everything together, bring to a simmer, and let it cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
8. Once the sauce has thickened and flavors melded, add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to combine with the sauce.
9. Remove from heat and garnish with grated Parmesan cheese if using, and chopped fresh parsley.
10. Serve hot and enjoy your hearty Vegetarian Savory Pasta!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
638 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.4 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.1 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 7 mg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 1209 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 87.0 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.0 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.0 g | ||
| Protein | 32.9 g | 66% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 320 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 5.9 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 805 mg | 17% | |
*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.
