Dairy-Free Penne Pasta with Marinara Sauce

Savor the simple yet bold flavors of Dairy-Free Penne Pasta with Marinara Sauce, a comforting and wholesome dish that's perfect for plant-based and dairy-free diets. This recipe pairs tender penne pasta with a rich, homemade marinara sauce bursting with the aromatic blend of garlic, onion, dried herbs, and a hint of red pepper flakes for gentle heat. The sauce, simmered to perfection with canned crushed tomatoes and finished with fresh parsley, offers an irresistible combination of freshness and depth. Ready in just 40 minutes, this meal is ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Garnished with fragrant basil leaves, this dish is a vibrant, crowd-pleasing pasta option that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Perfect the art of dairy-free comfort food with this easy-to-follow recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 oz penne pasta
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 28 oz canned crushed tomatoes
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp dried basil
• 0.5 tsp red pepper flakes
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp freshly ground black pepper
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• 4 leaves fresh basil leaves, for garnish

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

Step 2

Add the penne pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente, about 9-11 minutes.

Step 3

Drain the pasta and set it aside.

Step 4

In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 5

Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 6

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 7

Add the canned crushed tomatoes to the saucepan.

Step 8

Stir in the dried oregano, dried basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.

Step 9

Bring the sauce to a simmer, reduce the heat to low, and let it cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 10

Once the sauce has thickened, stir in the chopped fresh parsley.

Step 11

Add the cooked penne pasta to the marinara sauce and toss to evenly coat.

Step 12

Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1300.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1737.4

Total Fat 36.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3363.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 311.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 29.1g	0%
Total Sugars 38.0g
Protein 55.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 287.5mg	0%
Iron 20.8mg	0%
Potassium 3653.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 18.2%

Protein: 12.3%

Carbs: 69.5%