Best 5 Pasta Sauce Vegan Recipes

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Indulge in a delectable culinary journey with our collection of vegan pasta sauce recipes, crafted to tantalize your taste buds and nourish your body. From the classic and comforting tomato sauce to the vibrant pesto sauce and the creamy Alfredo sauce, our recipes cater to a wide range of culinary preferences. Whether you're a seasoned vegan chef or just starting your plant-based adventure, these recipes offer a symphony of flavors that will elevate your pasta dishes to new heights.

1. **Classic Tomato Sauce:** Experience the timeless allure of a classic tomato sauce, bursting with the natural sweetness of ripe tomatoes, enhanced by aromatic herbs, and a touch of tangy acidity. This versatile sauce pairs perfectly with any pasta shape and can be customized with your favorite vegetables, making it a weeknight dinner staple.

2. **Creamy Pesto Sauce:** Immerse yourself in the vibrant green hues of a creamy pesto sauce, where fresh basil, nutty pine nuts, and a hint of garlic come together in perfect harmony. This luscious sauce not only elevates pasta dishes but also adds a flavorful twist to grilled vegetables, roasted potatoes, or as a spread for sandwiches.

3. **Roasted Red Pepper Sauce:** Discover the smoky and sweet allure of roasted red pepper sauce, where fire-roasted peppers lend their caramelized goodness to create a rich, velvety sauce. With its vibrant red hue and subtly smoky flavor, this sauce adds a touch of sophistication to any pasta dish, leaving your taste buds craving for more.

4. **Sun-Dried Tomato Sauce:** Embark on a Mediterranean culinary adventure with a sun-dried tomato sauce, capturing the intense flavors of sun-kissed tomatoes, aromatic herbs, and a hint of spice. This flavorful sauce transports you to the sun-soaked hills of Italy, making it an ideal accompaniment to hearty pasta dishes or as a spread for crostini.

5. **Vegan Alfredo Sauce:** Experience the creamy indulgence of a vegan Alfredo sauce, where cashew nuts, nutritional yeast, and a touch of garlic create a luscious and velvety sauce that rivals its dairy-based counterpart. This rich and decadent sauce is perfect for those seeking a comforting and satisfying pasta dish without compromising on taste or texture.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

EASY VEGAN PASTA SAUCE



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This is the most beautiful tasting low-fat pasta sauce you'll ever taste! Don't wait to try it!

Provided by Diane

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Pasta Sauce Recipes     Tomato

Time 35m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 teaspoon vegetable oil
½ small yellow onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
5 large tomatoes, cubed
1 small green bell pepper, diced
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon dried basil leaves
½ teaspoon dried oregano

Steps:

  • In a skillet over medium-low heat, saute onion and garlic in the vegetable oil. Place tomatoes into onion and garlic mixture. Stir in diced bell pepper, salt, pepper, basil and oregano. Let simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Turn down heat if it starts to stick.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 85.1 calories, Carbohydrate 16 g, Fat 2 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 1196.5 mg, Sugar 8.9 g

PASTA SAUCE - VEGAN



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Vegetable-loaded tomato-based pasta sauce for vegans.

Provided by MartyRiv

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Pasta Sauce Recipes     Tomato

Time 1h55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 16

¼ cup chopped celery
¼ cup chopped green bell pepper
¼ cup chopped red bell pepper
¼ cup chopped yellow bell pepper
¼ cup chopped carrot
2 tablespoons basil, or to taste
2 tablespoons oregano, or to taste
¼ teaspoon thyme, or to taste
1 tablespoon salt, or to taste
1 tablespoon ground black pepper, or to taste
3 tablespoons olive oil
¼ cup chopped white onion
4 cloves garlic, minced
20 ripe tomatoes - peeled, seeded, and chopped
½ cup red wine, divided
2 tablespoons cornstarch

Steps:

  • Mix celery, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, carrot, basil, oregano, thyme, salt, and black pepper together in a bowl until the vegetables are evenly coated in seasonings.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-low heat. Cook and stir onion and garlic in hot oil until onion is soft and garlic is light golden brown, 5 to 10 minutes. Add vegetable mixture to the skillet; cook and stir until hot, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove skillet from heat.
  • Combine tomatoes and 1/4 cup red wine in a large pot over low heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes begin to soften, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Pour tomato mixture into a blender with remaining 1/4 cup red wine and cornstarch to no more than half full. Cover and hold lid down; pulse a few times before leaving on to blend. Puree in batches until smooth.
  • Return blended tomatoes to pot over medium-low heat. Stir vegetable mixture through tomato sauce; bring to a simmer and cook until thick, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 499.9 calories, Carbohydrate 72.4 g, Fat 20.3 g, Fiber 10.4 g, Protein 10.7 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 3418.5 mg, Sugar 1.4 g

VEGAN PASTA WITH LENTIL SAUCE



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Looking for a meat alternative to a pasta dish? This vegan pasta with lentils is a great way to eat well, while not compromising the yum factor! Serve with crusty bread.

Provided by Connie Fabian Byrnes

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

¾ cup brown lentils
2 carrots, sliced
1 rib celery, sliced
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 pound dry fettuccine pasta
1 teaspoon crushed garlic
1 (8 ounce) can diced tomatoes
kosher salt to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil over high heat. Place lentils, carrots, and celery into the pot, reduce heat to low, and let simmer until vegetables are tender, about 30 minutes. Drain, reserving 2 cups of salted vegetable water. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil, mix, and set aside.
  • Meanwhile, fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil. Cook fettuccine at a boil until tender yet firm to the bite, about 8 minutes.
  • While pasta cooks, heat remaining oil in a skillet over medium heat. Saute garlic in the hot oil until softened, 1 to 2 minutes. Add diced tomatoes and cook for 2 to 3 minutes. Pour in reserved salted vegetable water, mix, and add lentil mixture. Season sauce with kosher salt. Drain pasta.
  • Divide pasta among plates, top with sauce, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 379.6 calories, Carbohydrate 64.1 g, Fat 8.7 g, Fiber 5.7 g, Protein 12.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 155.8 mg, Sugar 5.2 g

VEGAN MELANZANE (EGGPLANT) PASTA SAUCE



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A vegan version of a great Italian pasta sauce that showcases eggplant. Just stir in your favorite pasta once it's done!

Provided by Yonatan Huber

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Pasta Sauce Recipes     Tomato

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion, finely chopped
1 carrot, finely chopped
1 clove garlic, chopped
1 (14.5 ounce) can whole peeled tomatoes
½ teaspoon white sugar
salt and ground black pepper to taste
½ cup vegetable oil for frying
1 eggplant, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons pitted Kalamata olives, sliced

Steps:

  • Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook and stir onion, carrot, and garlic until onion is golden, about 5 minutes. Add tomatoes, sugar, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer; turn heat down to low. Continue simmering, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, heat vegetable oil in a separate pan over high heat. Fry eggplant slices in the hot oil until lightly browned, about 2 minutes per side. Drain eggplant slices on paper towels.
  • Mash the tomatoes in the saucepan using a fork for a less chunky texture. Remove from heat. Add eggplant and olives; stir gently to incorporate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 177.3 calories, Carbohydrate 21 g, Fat 10.4 g, Fiber 7.2 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 432.6 mg, Sugar 9.4 g

VEGAN "CHEESE" PASTA SAUCE/DIP



Vegan

This is an excellent dip for nachos, or cheese for "mac and cheese" however, if you expect it to taste exactly like it's dairy counterpart, you will be disappointed

Provided by 89240

Categories     Sauces

Time 15m

Yield 3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup flour
1/4 cup nutritional yeast flakes (brewer's yeast)
1 cup water
1 -2 tablespoon vegan margarine
1/4-1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies (omit for pasta sauce)
cayenne pepper
paprika
tortilla chips or macaroni noodles

Steps:

  • sift together dry ingredients in medium saucepan.
  • whisk in water over medium heat until bubbly.
  • stir in margarine and tomatoes.
  • continue to cook until well heated.
  • serve over chips for nachos, or over noodles for mac and cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 99.7, Fat 0.9, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 388.8, Carbohydrate 17.6, Fiber 3.7, Protein 7.9

Tips:

  • Use ripe tomatoes: The riper the tomatoes, the sweeter and more flavorful your sauce will be. If you can't find ripe tomatoes, you can roast them in the oven to concentrate their flavor.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When cooking the vegetables, don't overcrowd the pan. This will prevent them from cooking evenly and will make the sauce watery.
  • Cook the sauce low and slow: Simmer the sauce for at least 30 minutes, or longer if you have time. This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.
  • Add a splash of acid: A little bit of lemon juice, vinegar, or white wine can help to brighten the flavor of the sauce. You want the sauce to be crisp and alive tasting, not dull.
  • Season to taste: Be sure to taste the sauce before serving and adjust the seasonings as needed. You may need to add more salt, pepper, or herbs.

Conclusion:

With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make a delicious and flavorful vegan pasta sauce. This sauce is perfect for any type of pasta, and it can also be used as a pizza sauce or a dipping sauce. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy vegan meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed.

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