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Vegan Creamy Sun Dried Tomato Pasta

A delightful vegan pasta dish made with a creamy coconut milk sauce and sun-dried tomatoes, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian, Vegan
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Vegetables
  • 4 servings gluten-free fettuccine
  • 2 cups baby arugula
  • ½ cup flat-leaf parsley, chopped
Sauce Ingredients
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 10 pieces sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 3 tbsp tomato paste
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes
  • 1 cup water or vegetable broth
  • 7 oz full-fat canned coconut milk (thick cream only) Use half of a can.
  • 3 tbsp nutritional yeast
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • optional Vegan parmesan

Method
 

Cooking the Pasta
  1. Boil water in a pot. Cook gluten-free fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente.
Sautéing the Aromatics
  1. In a heated skillet, add water, broth, or oil. Sauté garlic and sun-dried tomatoes for 2 minutes, adding water as needed.
Caramelizing the Flavors
  1. Mix in Italian seasoning, balsamic vinegar, and tomato paste. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the mixture is caramelized.
Simmering the Sauce
  1. Add cherry tomatoes and water to the skillet. Cover and cook for 3-4 minutes until tomatoes are soft, then smash them with a spoon.
Stirring in the Sauce
  1. Add coconut milk and nutritional yeast, seasoning with salt and pepper. Simmer for 5-10 minutes until thickened.
Combining Pasta and Sauce
  1. Drain pasta and add it to the skillet. Toss with arugula until well combined.
Serving
  1. Top with parsley and optional vegan parmesan before serving.

Notes

Store any leftover pasta in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. To reheat, add a little water or vegetable broth to loosen the sauce, then warm it on the stovetop or in the microwave. Make sure to choose high-quality sun-dried tomatoes for the best flavor. If you want a spicier kick, add some red pepper flakes to the sauce. Feel free to add other vegetables, such as spinach or mushrooms, for added nutrition.