Vegan Marinara Sauce with Ground Beef

Elevate your pasta night with this rich and hearty Vegan Marinara Sauce with Ground Beef, a plant-based twist on a classic comfort food! Packed with bold flavors and wholesome ingredients, this recipe features tender vegan ground "beef" sautéed with aromatic onions and garlic, simmered in a luscious blend of crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and optional red wine for a depth of flavor. A fragrant mix of dried oregano, basil, and a hint of red pepper flakes brings authentic Italian essence to every bite, while a sprinkle of freshly chopped basil adds the perfect finishing touch. Ready in just 40 minutes, this versatile sauce pairs beautifully with your favorite pasta or as a topping for casseroles, pizza, or stuffed vegetables. Perfect for weeknight dinners or weekend indulgence, this easy vegan marinara recipe is sure to delight vegans and non-vegans alike!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, chopped onion
• 4 minced garlic cloves
• 12 ounces vegan ground 'beef'
• 28 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup red wine (optional)
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 0.25 cup, chopped fresh basil

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Add the vegan ground 'beef' to the pan and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 5

Pour in the red wine (if using) and let it cook down until reduced by half.

Step 6

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

Step 7

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

Step 8

Bring the mixture to a simmer, lower the heat, and let it cook gently for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 10

Stir in the fresh basil right before serving.

Step 11

Serve the marinara sauce over your choice of pasta or use it as desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1607.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1634.6

Total Fat 91.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 21.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4581.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 114.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 28.2g	0%
Total Sugars 53.4g
Protein 79.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 479.5mg	0%
Iron 23.6mg	0%
Potassium 4636.4mg	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: 51.5%

Protein: 19.8%

Carbs: 28.7%