Vegetarian Pasta Sauce Recipe

This vibrant and flavorful vegetarian pasta sauce, inspired by a vegan food blogger, is bursting with fresh herbs and savory vegetables. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, this recipe is ready in under an hour and is easily customizable to your taste. Elevate your pasta night with this delicious and satisfying plant-based sauce!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 131.6 kcal
Protein 5g
Rating 4.8 (4 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Vegetarian Pasta Sauce

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How to Make Vegetarian Pasta Sauce

  1. Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add the onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  3. Add the crushed tomatoes, vegetable broth, tomato paste, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer.
  4. Stir in the mushrooms and bell peppers and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until slightly softened.
  5. Add the textured vegetable protein (TVP) and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through.
  6. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, allowing the flavors to meld. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve over your favorite pasta.
  7. Garnish with fresh basil before serving (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

45 g

Sugar

54g

Fat

2g

Carbs

7g