Vegan Cheesy Baked Pasta

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Vegan Cheesy Baked Pasta—a plant-based twist on a classic favorite that's irresistibly creamy and packed with savory flavors! Featuring tender pasta cloaked in a luscious, dairy-free cheese sauce made with nutritional yeast, almond milk, and a hint of zesty lemon juice, this baked dish is topped with gooey vegan mozzarella for the perfect golden finish. Seasoned with Dijon mustard, paprika, and garlic, it delivers a rich depth of flavor while remaining entirely vegan and optionally gluten-free. Ready in just 50 minutes, this crowd-pleasing recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of freshness and serve bubbling hot for a meal that’s as satisfying as it is wholesome!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams Pasta (penne or fusilli, gluten-free if desired)
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 2 cups Unsweetened almond milk
• 1 cup Nutritional yeast
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 cup Vegan mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

Step 2

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

Step 4

Stir in the flour and cook for another minute, stirring constantly.

Step 5

Gradually whisk in the almond milk, making sure there are no lumps, until the mixture starts to thicken.

Step 6

Add the nutritional yeast, lemon juice, dijon mustard, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir continuously until the sauce is smooth and creamy.

Step 7

Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in half of the vegan mozzarella cheese until melted and fully incorporated.

Step 8

Combine the cooked pasta with the cheese sauce, ensuring the pasta is thoroughly coated.

Step 9

Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining vegan mozzarella cheese on top.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbling.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes.

Step 12

Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1131.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1442.5

Total Fat 63.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 25.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3522.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 180.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.3g	0%
Total Sugars 5.8g
Protein 43.0g	0%

Vitamin D 175.7IU	0%
Calcium 1545.8mg	0%
Iron 8.3mg	0%
Potassium 990.1mg	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: 39.1%

Protein: 11.8%

Carbs: 49.2%