Vegan Amatriciana Sauce

Dive into the comforting, smoky flavors of this Vegan Amatriciana Sauce, a plant-based twist on the classic Italian favorite. This hearty recipe features a robust blend of savory ingredients, including caramelized red onion, fragrant garlic, fiery red chili flakes, and smoked paprika, all simmered with rich tomato paste and canned tomatoes for a luscious, slow-cooked taste. Crispy vegan bacon adds a smoky depth, while fresh basil leaves brighten the dish with a hint of herbal freshness. Perfectly coating your favorite pasta, this easy-to-make sauce comes together in under an hour, offering a bold and satisfying meal that's entirely dairy-free and meat-free. Whether you're embracing a vegan lifestyle or simply looking to try new Italian-inspired recipes, this Vegan Amatriciana Sauce is a must-try for pasta night!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium red onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 0.5 teaspoon red chili flakes
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 14 ounces canned chopped tomatoes
• 4 ounces vegan bacon, chopped
• 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
• 0 to taste salt
• 0 to taste black pepper
• 12 ounces pasta of your choice

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the finely chopped red onion and cook for about 5 minutes until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic, red chili flakes, and smoked paprika, and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the tomato paste to the pan, stirring well to coat the onions and garlic.

Step 5

Pour in the canned chopped tomatoes, stirring to combine all the ingredients.

Step 6

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

Step 7

While the sauce is simmering, cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Reserve about 1/2 cup of pasta water.

Step 8

In a separate pan, cook the chopped vegan bacon for 3-5 minutes until crispy. Set aside.

Step 9

Once the sauce has thickened, add the crispy vegan bacon to the pan, mixing well.

Step 10

Stir in the fresh basil leaves, and season the sauce with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 11

If the sauce is too thick, add a bit of the reserved pasta water to achieve the desired consistency.

Step 12

Toss the cooked pasta with the sauce to coat evenly, and serve immediately with additional basil if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1100.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1356.5

Total Fat 59.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4401.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 164.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.2g	0%
Total Sugars 26.3g
Protein 39.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 329.0mg	0%
Iron 15.3mg	0%
Potassium 1926.6mg	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: 39.5%

Protein: 11.7%

Carbs: 48.9%