Easy Vegan Spaghetti
Easy Vegan Spaghetti with homemade vegan spaghetti sauce made from 10 simple ingredients in just 1 pot. Perfect for busy weeknights, this delicious recipe is quick to make and freezer-friendly!
Servings: 6
Calories: 308kcal
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 16 ounces vegan ground beef you could also use any type of plant-based protein, like lentils, other legumes, tofu, or textured vegetable protein
- 1 24-ounce jar store-bought marinara sauce or 1 batch homemade marinara sauce
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning or oregano
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 12 ounces dried spaghetti
Instructions
- Heat oil over medium-high heat in a large pot. Add the onion, garlic, and vegan ground beef and cook until the vegan ground beef is browned and the onion is soft, about 5 to 6 minutes.
- Add all the remaining ingredients to the pot, stir well, and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Meanwhile, cook the spaghetti according to package directions. Drain well and toss the drained pasta with the sauce until evenly coated.
- Serve immediately, optionally topping with shredded vegan cheese or Vegan Parmesan Cheese for extra flavor.
Notes
- Properly Cook the Vegan Ground Beef: Ensure the vegan ground beef is thoroughly cooked to eliminate any raw taste and to develop a rich, savory flavor.
- Simmer for Flavor: Allow the sauce to simmer on low heat for at least 20 minutes to meld the flavors together. For even richer flavor, simmering for longer is even better.
- Balance Acidity: If your sauce tastes too acidic, add a pinch of sugar. This simple trick helps to balance the acidity of the tomatoes and enhances the overall flavor of the dish.
- Cook Pasta Al Dente: Follow the package instructions to cook the spaghetti al dente, ensuring it retains a slight firmness when bitten for the perfect texture.
- Let it Rest: Allow the cooked pasta to sit in the sauce for a few minutes off the heat before serving. This helps the flavors meld together.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 308kcal | Carbohydrates: 47g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Sodium: 243mg | Potassium: 224mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 94IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 34mg | Iron: 1mg