Make creamy Vegan Spaghettios at home. First, cook the pasta, then simmer it in a rich tomato sauce for a healthy, kid-friendly meal.
Servings: 4
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Ingredients
- 8 oz small ring pasta or elbow macaroni
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1/2 cup unsweetened plant milk
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- First, cook the pasta in salted boiling water until tender. Then drain and set aside.
- Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Next, sauté the garlic until fragrant.
- After that, add tomato sauce and tomato paste, stirring until fully combined.
- Then, pour in the plant milk and mix gently to create a creamy base.
- Next, season the sauce with maple syrup, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Now, simmer the sauce for 5–7 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Finally, add the pasta to the sauce and stir until evenly coated. Serve warm.
Tips for the Best Vegan Spaghettios
- For smoother texture, blend the sauce briefly before adding pasta.
- Additionally, use oat milk for extra creaminess.
- If needed, add a splash of pasta water to loosen the sauce.
Variations
- Protein boost: Add small vegan meatballs or white beans.
- Veggie-packed: Stir in finely grated carrots or zucchini.
- Cheesy flavor: Add nutritional yeast or vegan parmesan.
Benefits & Nutrition Facts (per serving, approx.)
- Calories: 260
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Protein: 7g
- Fat: 6g
- Fiber: 5g
- Cholesterol-free and dairy-free
- Contains lycopene from tomatoes, which supports heart health
- Balanced comfort food suitable for plant-based diets
Kid-Friendly Version
- First, reduce garlic slightly for a milder taste.
- Then, use fun-shaped pasta rings or mini elbows.
- Next, serve with vegan cheese or toast sticks.
- Finally, let kids sprinkle nutritional yeast on top for extra fun.
