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Ultra Creamy Vegan Tomato Sauce Pasta

September 7, 2021 By Maria Leave a Comment

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creamy vegan tomato pasta in a bowl topped with parmesan and basil
creamy vegan tomato pasta in a bowl topped with parmesan and basil
creamy vegan tomato pasta in a bowl topped with parmesan

This vegan creamy tomato pasta is perfect for an easy and healthy weeknight dinner, lunch, or meal prep, and comes together in under 30 minutes. Made with tomatoes, avocado, and nutritional yeast, this pasta is filling, hearty, rich, and loaded with nutrients!

creamy vegan tomato pasta in a bowl garnished with fresh basil and parmesan

Why you’ll love this recipe

  • This recipe is quick and easy to make
  • Perfect for meal prep, freeze this sauce and use whenever you like
  • Vegan, dairy free and can be made gluten free (use any pasta you like)
  • Adds some hidden nutrients, healthy fats, and protein to your meal

What is this vegan creamy tomato pasta made with?

Is there anything better than a cozy homemade pasta sauce for dinner? I honestly love a good creamy pasta sauce, but what I love most about this recipe is that it’s both creamy AND dairy free, and isn’t this the best of both worlds?

This cozy and hearty vegan creamy tomato pasta is made healthier than a traditional creamy sauce with avocado and nutritional yeast. On one hand, avocado adds loads of nutrients and healthy fats. On the other hand, nutritional yeast, which is also gluten, soy, and sugar free, adds in a ton of protein, vitamins, and minerals. Plus, it helps with heart health and supports your immune system.

Ingredients you’ll need

  • Olive oil – to sauté onions and garlic.
  • Onions – for a tasty sauce.
  • Garlic – use fresh minced garlic, no powdered garlic.
  • Canned tomatoes – make sure to use a good quality can of tomatoes, this will make a difference.
  • Tomato paste – for a tasty sauce.
  • Avocado – this is how to make this vegan creamy sauce.
  • Nutritional yeast – this adds a cheesy taste.
  • Pasta water – this is added to the blender together with the sauce, avocado, and nutritional yeast, to help thin out the sauce.
  • Chili flakes – for a little bit of spice (optional).
  • Salt and pepper – to season.
  • Pasta of choice – you can use whatever pasta you like.

How to make vegan creamy tomato pasta

Start by sauteing the onions and garlic in a pan with some olive oil. Then, add in the canned tomatoes, tomato paste, chili flakes, salt, and pepper. Stir and let simmer for about 7-10 minutes.

In the meantime, cook the pasta, and reserve some pasta water.

Add the sauce to a food processor with the avocado, nutritional yeast, and pasta water to thin the sauce. Blend until smooth and creamy.

tomato sauce, avocado, and nutritional yeast in a food processor
blended vegan creamy sauce in a food processor

Add the sauce back to your pan or pot and add the pasta. Mix and cook for a couple of minutes.

Serve this vegan creamy tomato pasta on its own or top it off with some vegan parmesan, additional chili flakes, or some fresh basil.

vegan creamy tomato pasta in a bowl topped with parmesan

Do I have to use avocado?

Avocado is what makes this sauce super creamy. If for any reason you don’t want to add the avocado, you can use ½ cup coconut cream or ½ cup of raw cashews. For the cashews make sure to use raw cashews and not roasted or salted. Soak the cashews in a bowl of hot water for 1 hour (this will help soften them and make it easier to blend), then drain. Blend them in together with the tomato sauce until smooth and creamy.

How to store

Vegan creamy tomato pasta: store leftover pasta in the fridge for up to three days. Reheat it on the stovetop or in the microwave. If the pasta is too dry, add a splash of water.

Vegan creamy tomato sauce: store leftover sauce in an air-tight container in the fridge for up to five days, or in the freezer for up to three months.

For more pasta recipes

  • Rich Amatriciana Pasta

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creamy vegan tomato pasta in a bowl

Ultra Creamy Vegan Tomato Sauce Pasta


  • Author: Maria
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x
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This vegan creamy tomato pasta is cooked and blended with avocado and nutritional yeast for a healthy, creamy, rich, and cozy sauce.


Ingredients

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  • 8 oz pasta of choice
  • 1 can crushed tomatoes (1 1/4 cup)
  • 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tsp chili flakes (optional)
  • 1/4 cup nutritional yeast
  • 1/2 avocado
  • 1/3 – 1/2 cup pasta water
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. In a medium pan, heat the olive oil and sauté the onions and garlic over medium heat for about 5 minutes, or until onions are translucent and garlic is golden. Stir to avoid from sticking to the bottom of the pan or burning.
  2. Add canned tomatoes, tomato paste, chili flakes, salt, and pepper. Mix together and let simmer for 7 – 10 minutes.
  3. Cook the pasta according to package directions, and reserve about 1/2 a cup of pasta water just before draining.
  4. In a food processor, add the sauce, avocado, and nutritional yeast. Blend, and add pasta water as needed to thin the sauce.
  5. Add the sauce back to your pan, and add the pasta. Mix and cook for a couple of minutes.
  6. Top it off with some fresh basil leaves, vegan parmesan, or extra chili flakes.
  7. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

  • Use gluten free pasta for a gluten free version.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes

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