15-Minute Vegan Spaghetti and Meatballs
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
2 mins
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Cook Time
13 mins
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Total Time
15 mins
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Servings
3
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Calories
388 kcal
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Course
Dinner
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Cuisine
Italian-American Fussion
15-Minute Vegan Spaghetti and Meatballs
Description
The recipe combines frozen vegan meatless meatballs simmered briefly in a marinara sauce that is enriched with tomato paste and dried oregano, providing a robust tomato base with a herbal note. Optional red pepper flakes add a mild kick. Adding baby spinach at the end ensures the greens are wilted but still fresh in appearance and texture.
Meanwhile, spaghetti is cooked until al dente and then drained before being mixed into the finished meatball sauce, allowing the pasta to absorb some sauce while keeping its texture. The dish is served warm, with extra red pepper flakes available for those wanting additional heat.
Ingredients
- 2 cups marinara sauce
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- ½ teaspoon oregano dried
- ¼-½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for spiciness)
- ½ package meatless meatballs Earth Grown Classic brand
- 6 ounces spaghetti
- 4 baby spinach large handfuls, organic
Instructions
- Mix together the marinara sauce with the tomato paste, oregano, and red pepper flakes (if using).
- Pour the marinara sauce mixture into a medium saucepan. Add the frozen meatless meatballs. Toss to combine and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. During the last minute of cooking, add in the baby spinach and stir until wilted.
- Meanwhile, cook the spaghetti in boiling salted water until al dente.
- Drain the spaghetti and add to the meatballs and sauce, tossing to coat in the sauce. Serve with extra red pepper flakes on top, if desired.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 3Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 388 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 388kcal | 19% |
| Carbohydrates | 61g | 20% |
| Protein | 25g | 50% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 1305mg | 54% |
| Potassium | 1122mg | 24% |
| Fiber | 9g | 36% |
| Sugar | 10g | 20% |
| Vitamin A | 4594IU | 92% |
| Vitamin C | 24mg | 27% |
| Calcium | 118mg | 12% |
| Iron | 5mg | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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