One Pot Creamy Tomato Spinach Pasta (Vegan)

Name: One Pot Creamy Tomato Spinach Pasta (Vegan)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 18 min
Total time: 28 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Vegan
Ingredients: 250 g Penne Pasta (Or any short pasta like fusilli or rotini); 250 g Cherry Tomatoes (Halved); 140 g Fresh Spinach (Roughly 5 oz, a large bag); 3 cloves Garlic (Minced); 1.5 cups Unsweetened Plant Milk (Almond, soy, or oat milk); 2.5 cups Water (Or vegetable broth for extra flavor); 1/4 cup Nutritional Yeast (For cheesy flavor); 1/2 tsp Salt (To taste); 1/4 tsp Black Pepper (To taste); 1/4 tsp Red Pepper Flakes (Optional, for a touch of heat)

This quick and easy One Pot Tomato Spinach Pasta is a delightful vegan dish perfect for a weeknight meal. All ingredients cook together in a single pot, creating a creamy, flavorful sauce with tender pasta, burst cherry tomatoes, and wilted spinach. It's a simple yet satisfying recipe that minimizes cleanup without compromising on taste.

#Easy

#Pasta

#Vegan

#One Pot

#Quick

#Weeknight Meal

#Tomato

#Spinach

All ingredients in the pot before cooking

Recipe Information

10m

Prep Time

18m

Cook Time

28m

Total Time

Servings

Easy

Vegan

English

Nutrition (per serving)

450

Calories

18g

Protein

65g

Carbs

12g

Fat

Pot simmering on the stove

Ingredients

Servings: 4

💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!

Cooked pasta in the pot with creamy sauce

Instructions

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Combine all dry ingredients: Add penne pasta, halved cherry tomatoes, fresh spinach, minced garlic, nutritional yeast, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using) into a large pot or Dutch oven.
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Combine all dry ingredients: Add penne pasta, halved cherry tomatoes, fresh spinach, minced garlic, nutritional yeast, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using) into a large pot or Dutch oven.
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Use a pot large enough to accommodate all ingredients comfortably, as spinach will wilt significantly during cooking.
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Add liquids: Pour in the unsweetened plant milk and water (or vegetable broth) into the pot, ensuring the pasta is mostly submerged. Stir gently to combine everything.
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Add liquids: Pour in the unsweetened plant milk and water (or vegetable broth) into the pot, ensuring the pasta is mostly submerged. Stir gently to combine everything.
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For an even richer and more savory sauce, substitute the water with vegetable broth.
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Cook the pasta: Place the pot over medium-high heat and bring the mixture to a rolling boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the pot, and let it simmer.
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Cook the pasta: Place the pot over medium-high heat and bring the mixture to a rolling boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the pot, and let it simmer.
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Keep an eye on the pot initially to prevent the liquid from boiling over, especially if your plant milk tends to froth.
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Simmer until done: Continue to cook for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent pasta from sticking, until the pasta is al dente and the sauce has thickened to a creamy consistency.
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Simmer until done: Continue to cook for 12-15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent pasta from sticking, until the pasta is al dente and the sauce has thickened to a creamy consistency.
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If the sauce becomes too thick before the pasta is cooked, add a splash more plant milk or water. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed before serving.
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Serve: Remove from heat and serve the creamy One-Pot Tomato Spinach Pasta immediately.
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Serve: Remove from heat and serve the creamy One-Pot Tomato Spinach Pasta immediately.
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Garnish with fresh basil, a sprinkle of vegan parmesan, or a drizzle of olive oil for extra flavor and presentation.