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Pasta night, anyone? I’ve got you covered with this collection of incredible vegan pasta recipes: delicious, full of flavor, and perfect for any occasion!
These are the ultimate vegan dishes that even non-vegans will love!
We love pasta, don’t we? It’s absolutely one of the best pantry staples: economical, super delicious, versatile and so easy to make.
In this roundup I put together over 35+ vegan pasta recipesthat are great to turn this cupboard essential into a terrific vegan meal.
The collection includes my best pasta dishes and other delicious recipes created by fellow bloggers.
And they are all INCREDIBLE!
Think of juicy spaghetti loaded with colorful vegetables, or tossed with creamy pesto. Bowls of chunky pasta with fluffy beans or tossed with velvety sauces.
Best part? Most of these vegan pasta recipes are also a breeze to whip up and rely on ingredients you’ve likely got stowed in yourpantry.
Vegan doesn’t have to be complicated!
I’m sure you’ll find your back-pocket recipes for weeknight dinners, gorgeous pastas for your dinner parties, one-pot pasta dishes for the whole family and more.
Ready to fall in love with these delish vegan pasta recipes?
Enjoy!
Vegan Pasta Recipes
1
Tomato Basil Pasta
Nothing fancy for this vegan pasta recipe, only a simple combination of fresh cherry tomatoes, basil, extra virgin olive oil and basil. The end result is juicy and utterly delicious, this is definitely one of best vegan pasta sauces ever.
2
Pasta with Tomatoes and Zucchini
This incredible pasta with tomatoes and zucchini is bursting with flavor, easy to whip up, and packed with fresh herbs and vegetables.
3
The best pasta with lentils
It's hard to resist this Italian one-pot pasta with lentils. It's one of the best nourishing meals you can cook using a few cupboard essentials. It's filling, full of plant-based protein, and amazingly GOOD.
4
Spaghetti with garlic and olive oil
Another quick no-frills pasta dish that requires basic ingredients, minimal effort, and packs so much flavor, perfect to cheer you up in a flash. Serve with some vegan parmesan cheese and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes.
5
Penne Arrabbiata
Penne arrabbiata is another great Italian pasta dishes that is easy and quick to make, but the spicy tomato sauce is everything!
6
Vegan Pasta Recipe with Garlic Walnut Sauce
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Only 5 ingredients for this pasta with a scrumptious and smooth garlic walnut sauce. Super easy and perfect for a midweek meal, especially when you want to make dinner in no time.
7
Healthy Spaghetti
Ready for an explosion of flavor and nutrients? This gorgeous spaghetti with peas combined with a green pesto made with avocado, green leaves and bright lemon is for you!
8
Pasta with Black Beans
This amazing pasta recipe makes the most of your humble canned black beans. The flavor from the garlic, chili flakes, red wine, herbs, tomato paste mingle during cooking and infuse the fluffy beans to make a terrific vegan bolognese sauce.
9
Tuscan Kale Pesto Pasta
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This vegan Tuscan kale pesto recipe will become a staple in your kitchen! Made with black kale, almonds, and the best quality extra virgin olive oil, this terrific healthy pesto is simply perfect to coat your spaghetti.
10
Pasta Fazool (pasta fa*gioli recipe)
What about a bowl full of warming soupy pasta? This iconic pasta fazool is a must in every Italian family. A no-frills recipe that uses mostly cupboard staples to make a flavorful thick broth full of fluffy beans and pasta. It's AMAZING!
11
Easy Vegan Italian Pasta Salad
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In this fabulous pasta salad we have juicy cherry tomatoes, black olives, sun-dried tomatoes, roasted red peppers and marinated artichokes with just a touch of fresh herbs for a pop of green goodness. How delicious is that?
12
Garlic mushroom pasta
Everyone needs this garlic mushroom pasta recipe in their back pocket! This is one of my favorite vegan dinners, it's quick to whipe but it's always a great hit with the whole family.
13
Tomato Soup with Pasta
Comforting, full of tomato flavour and incredibly simple to make, this pasta with tomato soup make a wonderful family meal that is filling, vegan and economical.
14
Red Lentil Pasta Recipe
Nourishing, lightly spicy, and totally delicious, this simple pasta recipe is the perfect blend between chunky pasta and smooth soup, perfect to warm you up.
15
Vegan "meatballs" with spaghetti
Succulent and tender, these easy vegan meatballs cooked in tomato sauce are the ultimate comfort food. The recipe uses black beans, breadcrumbs, Worcestershire sauce and a touch of mustard for umami flavor. They are perfect with your spaghetti!
16
Pasta with Chickpeas
Another delicious and filling one-pot pasta vegan pasta recipe that you can cook in less than 30 minutes. It’s packed with protein, economical and it comes together super fast. This is a winner for the whole family!
17
Vegan Vodka Pasta
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Pantry staples and 15 minutes to make this creamy, tangy, luscious vodka pasta. It's so easy to make and perfect to satisfy every carb dream in your life!
18
Cherry Tomato Pasta Salad
This fresh cherry tomato pasta salad requires only 5 ingredients and minimal effort. The fruity olive oil, garlic and fresh basil are everything here, definitely proof that less is more!
19
Asparagus Pesto Pasta
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If you are a pesto lover, this creamy and lemony asparagus pesto pasta is sure to please you! Made with fresh asparagus, pistachio nuts, parsley, and a hint of lemon, this easy vegan spring pasta tastes incredible.
20
Italian Marinara Spaghetti
Another delicious and flavorful recipe that turns pantry staples into a vibrant Italian marinara sauce. It's ready in 20 minutes and makes a quick yet terrific vegan meal sure to please everyone.
21
Incredible Vegan Mac and Cheese
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Wonderfully creamy, silky, and buttery, this vegan mac and cheese is totally delicious, nut-free, and the cheese sauce is made with plant-based milk and nutritional yeast. What's not to love?
22
One-Pot pasta with potatoes
This comforting vegan pasta is great to use up potatoes. It’s SO simple to make, kid-approved and totally delicious. And it's naturally vegan.
23
Vegan Creamy Tomato Pasta
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This vegan creamy tomato pasta infused with Italian herbs is silky and indulgent, and you can eat as much as you want without feeling guilty! If you want to eat some creamy and indulgent pasta loaded with flavor but without the guilt that comes with it, you are in the right place!
24
Vegan Cacio e Pepe Pasta
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Cacio e pepe is a classic Italian dish traditionally made with 3 ingredients only: pecorino romano cheese, pepper and pasta. For this vegan cacio e pepe, the recipe swaps the cheese for a terrific vegan cheese sauce. While it's not exactly like the original, it's still got a satisfying creaminess and spiciness that makes this dish delicious.
25
Broccoli pasta with breadcrumbs
This is one of the best vegan pasta recipes from my Italian repertoire! It’s packed with big flavors, healthy broccoli, and so easy to throw together in 20 minutes.
26
Red Pepper Cashew Pasta with Roasted Cauliflower
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Vegan creamy tomato pasta, anyone? This dairy-free pasta is indulgent and loaded with cauliflower, roasted red peppers. It's totally scrumptious and ready in 15 minutes.
27
Cilantro Cream Pasta with Roasted Tomatoes
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We have a fresh spin on a classic creamy pasta dish in this recipe. The warm pasta is tossed in a zesty cilantro cream sauce and topped with roasted paprika tomatoes and brightened by the lime juice, garlic, and peppery arugula. YUM.
28
Vegan Pasta Al Limone
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Limone is the Italian word for “lemon" and in this recipe you'll have a lemony, creamy pasta with and incredibly velvety and creamy sauce. The best part? Just 10 ingredients and simple methods required.
29
One Pot Pasta Puttanesca
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This fast vegan one-pot pasta puttanesca uses olives, capers, spaghetti, and tomato sauce. It's super easy to make, naturally vegan, simple and truly delicious.
30
Creamy Caramelized Onion Pasta
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The caramelized onions are combined with creamy fermented cashew cream, a wonderful combination for your pasta! It’s packed with umami flavor, super creamy, and perfect for Fall!
31
Hummus Pasta
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Hummus pasta is deliciously creamy, customisable and made together in only 20 minutes! Whether you’re making your own hummus or using store-bought, this simple vegan pasta needs a place in your life.
32
Green Goddess Vegan Pasta Salad
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This green goddess vegan pasta salad is made with simple ingredients that come together in a snap. It’s the perfect recipe for light lunches, picnics, barbecues, and more!
33
Vegan Garlic Alfredo Pasta
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This vegan garlic alfredo pasta is decadent, made with a cashew cream sauce, and the sauce is made easily in your blender! The kind of indulgent dinner that makes you want to curl up on a Friday night. Without the heavy feeling, of course.
34
Vegan Ragu Pasta
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This comforting Italian-inspired vegan ragu pasta is simple to make, plant-based, and requires just 1 pot! A ragu (or Ragù) refers to an Italian pasta sauce that is prepared with meat, sautéed vegetables and tomatoes. This vegan recipe swaps the beef for tender and meaty jackfruit.
35
Creamy Garlic Mushroom Pasta
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This vegan creamy garlic mushroom pasta is creamy, satisfying, and done in just 30 minutes. The coconut milk adds just the right flavour, creaminess, and wow factor without weighing down the dish—and no, it doesn’t make this pasta taste like coconut!
Vegan Pasta Recipes & FAQs
Can vegans eat pasta?
Generally, pasta is 100% vegan and contains no animal ingredients.However, check the package label and make sure it doesn’t contain any eggs.
Is pasta healthy?
Pasta is definitely part of a healthy diet, as long as it’s eaten in moderation.
And If you switch towhole grain pasta, you’ll get more natural fiber and micronutrients. Fiber is an important part of your diet, it helps to control blood sugar and reduces appetite.
Added bonus? Research shows that eating three servings of whole-grain food per day helps you to live longer.
What’s the best pasta?
Pasta brand matters when you chose pasta. Have a look at the label and go for durum wheat semolina pasta,possibly made with brass or bronze dies.
The premium quality pasta is a bit more expensive than basic pasta, but it’s resilient, it has a more robust texture and holds sauces beautifully.
I love cooking on a budget, but cheap overcooked spaghetti makes me feel so sad!
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Recipe update: published May 2022 – updated August 2023.
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35+ Amazing Vegan Pasta Recipes: penne arrabbiata
What not to love about pasta? Penne arrabbiata is one of my favourite vegan pasta recipes, so easy to whip up and absolutely delicious.
Prep Time30 minutes mins
Total Time30 minutes mins
Course: pasta
Cuisine: vegan
Keyword: Vegan pasta recipes
Servings: 4
Calories: 286kcal
Author: Katia
Ingredients
Pasta
- 8oz (220 grams) penne(rigatoni or spaghetti are fine too)
Arrabbiata Sauce
- 2 Tablespoon olive oil, plus more for drizzling
- 2 large garlic cloves,minced
- ½ teaspoon chili flakes (crushed red pepper),plus more to taste
- 1 can (14oz/400 grams) canned whole tomatoes(diced are ok too)
- ¼ teaspoon fine salt,plus more to taste
- freshly ground black pepper,to taste
Instructions
Arrabbiata Sauce
Heat the olive oil in a large pan and when it start shimmering add garlic and chili flakes. Cook over medium heat until aromatic, about 60 seconds. Make sure the garlic doesn't turn brown.
Add the canned tomatoes, salt and few twist of black pepper and give a good stir. Let it cook over medium heat for15 minutes until is slightly reduced, breaking with a back of a spoon the whole tomatoes. Stir occassionally.
While the sauce is cooking, bring a pot of salty water to the boil and cook pasta untilal dente. Reserve about ¼ cup of pasta cooking water and drain.
Taste the arrabbiata sauce, adjust the seasoning according to your taste, and stir in pasta and fresh parsley.
Toss until wel combined adding a touch of the reserved pasta cooking water if you need to loosen the sauce.
Serve immediately with an extra drizzle of extra virgin olive oil if you wish, and extra parsley. Enjoy!
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Notes
Storage: you canstore penne arrabbiata leftovers in a air tight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.To reheat it, add it to a large pan with a dash olive oil or water and warm it up on medium heat.
Nutritional values: Please note that the nutrition values are based on an online nutrition calculator. It’s an estimate only and it should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice. The nutrition value is for one serving only.
Nutrition
Calories: 286kcal | Carbohydrates: 46g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 296mg | Potassium: 322mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 191IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 46mg | Iron: 2mg
