Vegan Tomatensahnesauce

Creamy, indulgent, and entirely plant-based, Vegan Tomatensahnesauce is the ultimate go-to recipe for a luscious, dairy-free tomato cream sauce. Perfectly balanced with the natural sweetness of crushed tomatoes, the richness of unsweetened plant-based cream, and the umami-packed goodness of nutritional yeast, this sauce is elevated with fragrant dried herbs like oregano and basil. A hint of garlic and onion provides a savory base, while a touch of sugar rounds out the vibrant flavors. Ready in just 30 minutes, this versatile sauce pairs beautifully with pasta, rice, or roasted vegetables, making it an easy yet elegant weeknight dinner option. Plus, it’s perfect for meal prep—simply blend for an extra-smooth texture and garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and flavor. Whether you're vegan or simply exploring plant-based meals, this creamy tomato sauce will instantly become a household favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 400 grams Canned crushed tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 200 milliliters Unsweetened plant-based cream (e.g., oat cream or soy cream)
• 100 milliliters Vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Dried basil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the finely chopped onions and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute, ensuring it doesn’t burn.

Step 4

Stir in the canned crushed tomatoes and tomato paste. Mix well to combine.

Step 5

Pour in the vegetable broth and let the sauce simmer gently for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 6

Add the plant-based cream, nutritional yeast, oregano, basil, salt, pepper, and sugar. Stir the sauce until everything is well incorporated.

Step 7

Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed, adding more salt or pepper if necessary.

Step 8

Let the sauce simmer for an additional 5 minutes on low heat to develop its flavor.

Step 9

Remove from heat and, if desired, blend the sauce using an immersion blender for a smoother texture (optional).

Step 10

Serve the Vegan Tomatensahnesauce over your favorite pasta, rice, or roasted vegetables. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(906.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	802.7

Total Fat 50.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3269.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 71.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.3g	0%
Total Sugars 31.1g
Protein 22.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 337.1mg	0%
Iron 8.9mg	0%
Potassium 2594.4mg	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: 54.5%

Protein: 11.0%

Carbs: 34.5%