Vegan Macaroni Pasta with Tomato Sauce

Satisfy your comfort food cravings with this vibrant and hearty Vegan Macaroni Pasta with Tomato Sauce. This plant-based twist on a classic favorite combines tender macaroni pasta with a rich, homemade tomato sauce bursting with the flavors of garlic, onion, and Italian herbs like oregano and basil. The addition of nutritional yeast adds a subtle cheesy note, making it an irresistible option even for non-vegans! Ready in just 45 minutes, this easy one-pot meal is perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Serve it steaming hot, garnished with fresh basil and extra nutritional yeast for a wholesome and satisfying dish that’s brimming with bold flavors and wholesome nutrients.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 250 grams Vegan macaroni pasta
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium, finely chopped Onion
• 3 cloves, minced Garlic
• 400 grams Canned crushed tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Dried basil
• 0.5 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 10 grams, chopped Fresh basil
• 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
• as needed Water

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the vegan macaroni pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 2

While the pasta is cooking, heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute, stirring frequently to avoid burning.

Step 5

Stir in the crushed tomatoes and tomato paste, mixing well.

Step 6

Add dried oregano, dried basil, red pepper flakes, salt, black pepper, and sugar to the sauce. Stir to combine.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and simmer the sauce for about 15-20 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend. Stir occasionally and add a small amount of water if the sauce becomes too thick.

Step 8

Once the sauce has simmered, taste and adjust seasoning as necessary.

Step 9

Stir in the cooked macaroni pasta and mix until the pasta is well coated with the tomato sauce.

Step 10

Remove from heat and stir in the fresh basil and nutritional yeast.

Step 11

Serve immediately, garnished with extra nutritional yeast and fresh basil if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(900.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	902.5

Total Fat 32.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1723.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 132.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.4g	0%
Total Sugars 34.7g
Protein 28.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 226.3mg	0%
Iron 9.4mg	0%
Potassium 2361.7mg	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: 31.1%

Protein: 12.1%

Carbs: 56.8%