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Vegan Pasta Bake

This vegan pasta bake is a hearty dish that’s great for any night of the week, year round. Rotini pasta is slathered with a savory tomato sauce and dairy-free cheese, then baked to perfection.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings: 8
Calories: 441 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Vegetarian , Vegan

Ingredients

  • 1 Pound rotini pasta
  • 2 Cups vegan mozzarella cheese
  • 6 roma tomatoes
  • 8 Ounces full fat coconut cream
  • 6 Ounces tomato paste
  • ¼ large onion diced
  • 2 Tablespoons Italian seasoning
  • 1 Tablespoon garlic minced
  • 1 Tablespoon vegan butter
  • 2 Teaspoons xanthan gum optional, for thicker sauce
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Bring a large pot of water to a boil and prepare pasta according to package directions. Set aside.
  2. Slice the stems off the tomatoes and place them in a food processor or blender and blend them until smooth.
  3. In a small pot, melt the butter and add the onions. Cook for 2-3 minutes or until translucent. Add the garlic and cook for another 2 minutes.
  4. Add the blended tomatoes and Italian seasoning and let simmer on medium for 5 minutes. Add in the coconut cream, tomato paste, salt, and pepper. Stir thoroughly. Let simmer for 5 minutes. Add additional salt and pepper, to taste.
  5. In a large bowl, combine the pasta and tomato sauce. Stir gently to coat the pasta thoroughly with the sauce.
  6. Add the past mixture to a 3–3.5 quart pasta dish and spread even. Top with the vegan cheese and bake for 15 minutes or until the cheese has just melted.
  7. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Information

Calories 441kcal (22%) Carbohydrates 59g (20%) Protein 11g (22%) Fat 18g (28%) Saturated Fat 11g (55%) Sodium 489mg (20%) Potassium 565mg (16%) Fiber 6g (24%) Sugar 6g (12%) Vitamin A 733IU (15%) Vitamin C 12mg (13%) Calcium 69mg (7%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 441

% Daily Value*

Calories 441kcal 22%
Carbohydrates 59g 20%
Protein 11g 22%
Fat 18g 28%
Saturated Fat 11g 55%
Sodium 489mg 20%
Potassium 565mg 12%
Fiber 6g 24%
Sugar 6g 12%
Vitamin A 733IU 15%
Vitamin C 12mg 13%
Calcium 69mg 7%
Iron 3mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.