Vegan Penne with Vodka Sauce

Indulge in the creamy, luxurious flavors of this Vegan Penne with Vodka Sauce—a plant-based spin on the classic Italian-American favorite. This recipe combines al dente penne pasta with a velvety sauce made from crushed tomatoes, full-fat coconut milk, and a hint of vodka to elevate the richness. Nutritional yeast adds a subtle cheesy note, while red pepper flakes provide just the right kick of heat. The sauce is blended until irresistibly smooth, then infused with fresh basil for a burst of herby freshness. Quick to prepare in just 40 minutes, this dairy-free, vegan dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Serve it hot and watch as everyone savors this comfort-food classic that's as wholesome as it is delicious! Keywords: Vegan Penne with Vodka Sauce, dairy-free vodka sauce, vegan pasta recipes, plant-based dinner ideas.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 12 ounces penne pasta
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 yellow onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup vodka
• 28 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
• 1 cup full-fat coconut milk
• 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
• 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook, stirring frequently, for about 5 minutes or until the onion is translucent.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Pour the vodka into the skillet and let it simmer for about 3-5 minutes, allowing the alcohol to evaporate, while stirring occasionally.

Step 5

Stir in the crushed tomatoes, coconut milk, nutritional yeast, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

Step 6

Using an immersion blender, blend the sauce until smooth and creamy. Alternatively, transfer the sauce to a countertop blender, blend until smooth, and then return it to the skillet.

Step 7

Add the cooked penne pasta to the sauce, stirring well to coat the pasta thoroughly with the sauce.

Step 8

Continue to simmer for another 2-3 minutes to heat the pasta through.

Step 9

Remove from heat and stir in the fresh chopped basil.

Step 10

Serve the Vegan Penne with Vodka Sauce hot, garnished with extra basil if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1823.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2864.0

Total Fat 93.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 55.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3404.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 325.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 35.6g	0%
Total Sugars 45.4g
Protein 64.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 341.1mg	0%
Iron 30.0mg	0%
Potassium 4400.6mg	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: 35.0%

Protein: 10.7%

Carbs: 54.3%