Description

This 5-Ingredient Vegan Vodka Pasta is a quick and flavorful dish that comes together in no time. Creamy, rich, and comforting, it’s perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. The vodka adds a unique depth of flavor to the tomato sauce, while the coconut milk or cashew cream creates a luscious creamy texture that’s dairy-free. Serve with a sprinkle of fresh basil for a finishing touch.

Ingredients

Scale

Pasta:

12 ounces pasta of choice

Sauce:

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small shallot, finely chopped
1/2 cup vodka
1 cup canned tomato sauce or crushed tomatoes
1/2 cup full-fat coconut milk or cashew cream
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh basil for garnish (optional)

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Instructions

Cook the Pasta: Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water.
Prepare the Sauce: Heat olive oil in a skillet, sauté shallot until soft. Add vodka, cook to reduce. Stir in tomato sauce, simmer. Add coconut milk or cashew cream, season with salt and pepper.
Combine: Toss cooked pasta in the sauce. Add reserved pasta water as needed.
Serve: Garnish with fresh basil if desired and serve hot.

Notes

For extra richness, stir in a tablespoon of vegan butter before serving.
Use gluten-free pasta if needed.
Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Italian-Inspired

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 420
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 280mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 55g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 9g
Cholesterol: 0mg