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The Best Vegan One-Pot Pasta with Marinara Sauce: A Simple, Flavorful Recipe

This Vegan One-Pot Pasta with Marinara Sauce is a simple, flavorful, and healthy dish that's perfect for busy weeknights or when you're craving comfort food. It’s a one-pot recipe, meaning less mess and easy cleanup. The dish features pasta cooked in a rich marinara sauce made from crushed and diced tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, and Italian herbs. It’s fully plant-based, dairy-free, and can be customized with extra veggies or plant-based protein for a more hearty meal.
The step-by-step recipe guides you through sautéing garlic, adding tomatoes and broth, seasoning with herbs, and cooking the pasta in the sauce until perfectly al dente. The result is a comforting, full-flavored meal with minimal prep and cooking time. You can add fresh herbs or a sprinkle of vegan parmesan for extra flavor.
This dish is versatile, quick, and easy to make, making it the ideal option for anyone looking for a delicious, plant-based meal that requires minimal effort.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian, Vegan
Servings 2

Ingredients
  

  • 8 oz 225 g pasta (spaghetti, penne, or any pasta of your choice)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 can 14 oz crushed tomatoes
  • 1 can 14 oz diced tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup vegetable broth or water
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 1 tablespoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional, for heat
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil optional, for garnish
  • Vegan Parmesan optional, for garnish
Keyword VeganOnePotPasta