A Mouthwatering Meal
This vegan pasta is honestly to die for! This dish requires simple and wholesome ingredients that are sure to hit the spot each time you eat it! This hearty whole wheat pasta is mixed with a fresh and vibrant homemade tomato sauce and is topped with a super savory tofu ground. No wonder this has become one of my all time favorite dinner dishes! So, lets take a look at this healthy and protein packed vegan meal.
A Closer Look…
Part of what makes this meal so irresistible is that it is indulgent like traditional pasta but it filled with healthy and natural ingredients! Absent of odd preservatives that we may find in canned pasta sauce. Absent of all those unhealthy fats we find in beef ground meat. And absent of really anything that could cause health issues or tummy aches! Instead, this meal offers healthy fats, clean proteins, loads of vitamins, and a dash of fiber! It is so good it tastes unhealthy but it is just the opposite!
This vegan pasta dish has everything a person could ask for! Flavor and lots of nutrients!
Homemade Pasta Sauce
This sauce is super smooth like traditional pasta sauce but only contains natural ingredients! Made with olive oil, fresh tomatoes, garlic, onion, and some herbs! It is full of flavor, you can’t really go wrong with it!
Whole Wheat Pasta
A great alternative to traditional pasta! Whole wheat pasta offers more protein, vitamins, and fiber! You can also use gluten free pasta which is always loaded with protein and fiber! I really enjoy chickpea pasta:)
Ground Tofu
So much better than ground meat if I do say so myself. It is hard to make it dry, it can be packed with flavor, it still has lots of protein, and it leaves you feeling clean and lean! But really, once marinated, this ground tofu is AMAZING and goes perfectly with the hearty pasta and vibrant sauce!
So, give this vegan pasta a try and let me know what you think! You wont regret it! If you are interested in some more awesome recipes check out my Creamy, Zesty, and Spicy Easy Vegan Curry or my Hearty and Healthy Vegan Chili with Baked Tofu!
- Tofu
- 2 blocks extra-firm tofu
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon agave nectar
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
- Dash of salt and pepper
- Sauce
- 1 medium yellow onion (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 medium tomatoes (chopped)
- 1/2 tablespoon dried basil
- 1/2 tablespoon dried parsley
- Salt and Pepper
- Pasta
- 1 box whole wheat pasta
- 1/2 avocado (sliced)
- Nutritional yeast for topping
1
Start by prepping the tofu!
2
Press the tofu for 1 hour, making sure all the water is out.
3
Make your marinade by mixing all the ingredients together in a small bowl.
4
Place the tofu in a zip-lock bag and pour in the marinade making sure the tofu is covered.
5
Tightly seal the bag and marinate overnight. Flipping the tofu when possible.
6
Saute the onions and garlic in the olive oil in a medium sized pan.
7
Once fragrant, add the chopped tomatoes and cover on low for 15 minutes.
8
Uncover, add all additional seasonings and mash the tomatoes with a potato masher.
9
Allow to cool almost completely and then place the contents into a food processor or blender.
10
Blend the contents until you have created your own smooth and delicious sauce!
11
Start by cooking the pasta according to the box directions.
12
When the pasta is cooking, take the marinated tofu and crumble it with your hands into a large pan and cook on low until heated evenly.
13
Add more of the marinade seasonings to taste:)
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When everything is done cooking, place a generous amount of sauce onto your pasta and top with some delicious tofu!
15
Mix it all together and add some avocado slices and nutritional yeast on top:)
*You can store this dish in the fridge for 3-4 days. I would recommend storing the tofu, pasta, and tomato sauce individually 🙂