8 Homemade Vegan Pasta Sauce Recipes
Updated: Feb. 06, 2024
What lies at the heart of every great pasta dish? The sauce, of course! Now, plant-based-eaters can enjoy meatless copycats of classic pasta sauces—from Bolognese to Alfredo—with these vegan pasta sauce recipes.
Vegan Marinara Sauce
A mouthwatering aroma will fill your house every time you make this vegan tomato sauce. It bursts with flavor with garlic, basil and oregano for seasoning. Pro Tip: We recommend using canned San Marzano for their bright flavor.Discover even more crave-worthy vegan recipes that the whole family will enjoy.
Vegan Bolognese Sauce
Finally, you can enjoy a hearty Bolognese sauce without the meat—and no, it’s not even made with tofu! This recipe from Veggies Don’t Bite gets its rich, meaty texture and taste from a soffritto made up of caramelized carrots, onions and celery, plus a dash of liquid smoke.
Vegan Alfredo Sauce
Who says you need butter and cheese to make Alfredo sauce? Nutritional yeast, cauliflower and cashews make up this oh-so-creamy vegan Alfredo sauce. Spoon it over a big bowl of fettuccine for an easy dinner.
Vegan Garden Vegetable Tomato Sauce
This dairy free pasta sauce is a tasty substitute for regular pasta sauce. Made with zucchini, squash, carrots, onions, mushrooms and more, and flavored with a variety of seasonings, you’ll definitely get your vegetable cravings fulfilled with this recipe.
Vegan Mushroom Sauce
If you’re looking for a quick and easy vegan pasta sauce, this is your recipe! Alpha Foodie’s mushroom pasta sauce comes together in 20 minutes with easy-to-find ingredients. It’s a no-fuss weeknight dinner no one will be able to resist!
Vegan Pesto Sauce
You only need to dirty one dish to make this fabulous vegan pesto from Food with Feeling. Using only a food processor, this meat- and dairy-free sauce is perfect to make if you’re short on time.
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Vegan Bechamel Sauce
This vegan bechamel sauce mimics the classic white sauce. Use it in lasagna, mac and cheese or as a creamy sauce for a plate of veggies. Next, try our favorite bechamel lasagna recipe.
Vegan Garlic Pasta Sauce
Another cozy and velvety vegan white sauce to add to your repertoire! You can’t go wrong with Minimalist Baker’s 30-minute garlic sauce for pasta night. Roasted tomatoes and sauteed garlic make any dish 100% better.
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Originally Published: June 15, 2021
