Vegan Marry Me Pasta

Name: Vegan Marry Me Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients: 300 grams Pasta (Any shape, e.g., tagliatelle, spaghetti, penne); 2 tablespoons Olive oil; 4 cloves Garlic (Minced); 1 medium Red onion (Finely chopped); 1/2 cup Sun-dried tomatoes in oil (Drained and chopped); 1 cup Vegetable broth; 1 cup Full-fat coconut milk (Or other vegan cream, such as cashew cream); 1/4 cup Nutritional yeast (For cheesy flavor); 1 teaspoon Dried oregano; 1/2 teaspoon Red pepper flakes (Adjust to taste); 5 ounces Fresh spinach; to taste Salt; to taste Black pepper; for garnish Fresh basil or parsley (Chopped (optional))

This vegan 'Marry Me Pasta' recipe offers a creamy, flavorful plant-based dish that's quick to prepare and satisfying. Featuring al dente pasta tossed in a rich, sun-dried tomato and spinach sauce, it's designed to be a healthy, comforting meal. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, this recipe emphasizes plant-based ingredients and is a delicious way to enjoy classic flavors without dairy.

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Creamy Vegan Marry Me Pasta

Recipe Information

15m

Prep Time

25m

Cook Time

40m

Total Time

Servings

Easy

Italian-American

English

Nutrition (per serving)

450

Calories

15g

Protein

60g

Carbs

18g

Fat

Sauce Simmering with Sun-Dried Tomatoes

Ingredients

Servings: 4

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

Spinach Wilted into Creamy Sauce

Instructions

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Cook pasta according to package directions in salted water until al dente. Reserve about 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
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Cook pasta according to package directions in salted water until al dente. Reserve about 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
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Ensure the water is well salted for flavor.
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While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet or pot over medium heat. Add chopped red onion and sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
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While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet or pot over medium heat. Add chopped red onion and sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
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Don't overcrowd the pan; use a wide skillet for even cooking.
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Add minced garlic and chopped sun-dried tomatoes to the skillet. Sauté for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
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Add minced garlic and chopped sun-dried tomatoes to the skillet. Sauté for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
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Stir continuously to prevent garlic from burning.
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Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a simmer, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
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Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a simmer, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
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This step helps to deglaze the pan and incorporate rich flavors.
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Stir in the full-fat coconut milk (or vegan cream), nutritional yeast, dried oregano, and red pepper flakes. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Simmer for 3-5 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
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Stir in the full-fat coconut milk (or vegan cream), nutritional yeast, dried oregano, and red pepper flakes. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Simmer for 3-5 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
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Taste the sauce and adjust seasonings as needed. Add more nutritional yeast for a cheesier flavor.
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Add the fresh spinach to the sauce, stirring until it wilts, which should take 1-2 minutes.
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Add the fresh spinach to the sauce, stirring until it wilts, which should take 1-2 minutes.
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Add spinach in batches if your pan is full; it will quickly reduce in volume.
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Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the sauce. Toss to coat evenly. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water until desired consistency is reached.
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Add the drained pasta to the skillet with the sauce. Toss to coat evenly. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water until desired consistency is reached.
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The starch in the pasta water helps the sauce cling to the noodles.
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Serve immediately, garnished with fresh basil or parsley if desired.
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Serve immediately, garnished with fresh basil or parsley if desired.
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A sprinkle of extra red pepper flakes can add a kick for those who enjoy spice.