The 23 Best Vegan Pasta Recipes
Looking for pasta dinner ideas? Try these 22 easy vegan pasta recipes, perfect for any weeknight.
On evenings that I’m not sure what to make, I almost always turn to some type of pasta. It’s simple, I’m (almost) always in the mood for it, and everyone in my family loves it. Plus, there’s rarely a wrong combination.
If you need some inspiration for easy vegan pasta recipes, save these. I’ve made all of these vegan pasta recipes at least a handful of times, and I can guarantee that your family will love them. These choices are also great for date-night in.
Pasta in Green Sauce (Green Pasta)
A green pasta for anyone looking to add more greens to their diet! This vibrant pasta in green sauce is a great main or side all year long. Vegetarian and easily vegan.Â
Ratatouille Pasta with Orzo
This Ratatouille Pasta is the perfect end-of-summer dinner. Eggplant, zucchini, peppers, tomatoes with orzo and hearty white beans for extra protein. Bursting with flavor and ready in just one-pot! A must make.
Spicy Udon Noodles with Chili Crisp
Spicy Udon Noodles with Chili Crisp! Cold, slurpy noodles with a spicy peanut sauce. The perfect side or main for hot summer days.
Spicy Hoisin Noodles with Spinach and Edamame
Easy Hoisin Noodles! A 30-minute naturally vegan dinner packed with plant-based protein.
Healthy Pasta Fagioli Recipe (Italian Pasta and Beans)
A healthy vegetarian pasta fagioli recipe, the ultimate comfort food! A giant soup bowl filled with hearty white beans and ditalini pasta in a creamy red sauce.
Vegan White Bean, Kale and Sausage Pasta
A quick and delicious dinner! Vegan sausage, kale, and white bean pasta. Perfect for weeknight dinners.
Pasta Primavera
Celebrate spring with this classic pasta primavera recipe! Penne pasta with fresh asparagus, zucchini, shallots, peas and tomatoes. With tips to make vegan pasta primavera, pesto primavera and creamy pasta primavera.
Mediterranean Pasta
Mediterranean Pasta with Artichokes, Capers and Sun-Dried Tomatoes! Ready in less than 30 minutes, this vegan pasta recipe is a must-save for busy weeknights.Â
Eggplant Bolognese Pasta
Eggplant Bolognese! You’ve gotta try this plant-based eggplant ragu, so hearty and full of flavor. Roasted eggplant bolognese with mushrooms served over pasta with plenty of basil.
Rigatoni with Peppers and Sausage
The best vegan pasta! Sauteed ‘sausage’ and red peppers in a spicy sauce! Perfect for a group or dinner party! Easy enough for a weeknight meal too.
20 Minute Pasta with Roasted Red Pepper SauceÂ
This is my go-to sauce when I don’t have much in my pantry and need a quick dinner. A jar of roasted red peppers, some nutritional yeast and spices- bam! Dinner is done. If you’re looking for a killer vegan pasta recipe, this is it.Â
Vegan Spaghetti with Shiitake Wine Sauce
If you like mushrooms, then you’ve gotta try this vegan spaghetti with mushrooms recipe. Looks fancy, but easy enough for weeknight eats. It’s simple enough to be a family meal, but also elegant and impressive to serve for company.
Creamy Vegan Butternut Squash Fettuccini
Creamy Butternut Squash Fettuccini! You’d never guess that this incredible meal is VEGAN. Creamy pasta sauce made with sage, nutmeg, roasted squash and shallots tossed with fettuccini noodles.Â
Kale Pasta with Butternut Squash and Pecan Parmesan
Kale Pasta with Butternut Squash and Pecan Parmesan. The perfect vegan Fall pasta. Roasted squash, garlicky kale tossed with pasta and homemade pecan parmesan.
Cherry Tomato Pasta
Cherry Tomato Pasta! A simple, homemade sauce using fresh cherry tomatoes, pasta and plenty of basil. A staple weeknight summer recipe and easily vegan.
Vegan Pesto Pasta
Vegan Pesto Pasta! The perfect pasta for summer. Homemade vegan pesto tossed with roasted Farmer’s Market vegetables and rigatoni. A must-make!
Curry Tempeh Noodles
This is one of my favorite recipes to introduce people to tempeh. I know that tempeh can be an odd ingredient if you aren’t familiar with it, and these vegan noodles are a perfect recipe to start with. Crumbled and tossed with a spicy curry sauce and spaghetti noodles, it’s irresistible.
Spicy Vegan Pasta with Sausage
Spicy Vegan Pasta with Sausage! This easy date-night pasta is so incredible, you’d never guess it was meat and dairy-free! If you love healthy Italian food, then you’ve gotta try this easy vegan pasta.
Simple Weeknight Zucchini Pasta Sauce
Simple Weeknight Zucchini Pasta. Looking for a fast-cooking meal? Try this summer pasta. Rigatoni with garden-fresh tomatoes, zucchini and basil. Great for weeknights when you aren’t interested in cooking but want delicious food!
Vegan Pumpkin Bolognese
Vegan Pumpkin Bolognese ! The BEST vegan bolognese with mushrooms and a creamy pumpkin dairy-free sauce. A must for fall and winter.
Vegan Macaroni and Cheese with Broccoli
Vegan Macaroni and Cheese with Broccoli! Creamy shells with steamed broccoli, a plant-based meal for both adults and kids. Easily gluten-free with gluten-free pasta.Â
Easy, 20 Minute Vegan Pasta
Want the secret to restaurant-worthy pasta? This recipe is it. Super glossy pasta with sautéed garlic and spinach. This vegan pasta recipe is one of my most popular on my website. You’ve gotta try it! u003c/pu003e
15-Minute Vegan Pad Thai
15 minute vegan pad thai! Save this one when you need a quick, healthy meal. Crispy tofu, brown rice noodles, spinach, peanuts and a simple pad thai sauce.
Easy Vegan Drunken Noodles
Easy Vegan Drunken Noodles! Spicy sauce with rice noodles and vegetables. Easier and healthier than Thai takeout!
Lemon Chickpea Orzo Soup
Like chicken noodle soup for grown ups. And vegetarians. A one-pot soup filled with vegetables, garbanzo beans and orzo pasta. Finished with a generous squirt of lemon juice for a bright + bold fall soup.
Spicy Arrabbiata Sauce
Spicy Arrabiata Sauce! If you like heat then you’ve gotta try this healthy pasta sauce. Homemade tomato sauce with crushed red pepper and lots of garlic. Delicious and healthy!
Caramelized Onion Fettuccine
Caramelized Onion Fettuccine! This vegan pasta recipe is so delicious. It’s incredibly luxurious, umami-rich and a must-make. Perfect for at-home date nights and cozy fall evenings.
Simple Fresh Tomato Sauce
Simple Fresh Tomato Sauce! A delicious fresh tomato sauce recipe using summer tomatoes, garlic and onion. No blanching required!
Spicy Tomato Penne Pasta
Spicy Tomato Penne Pasta! If you’re looking for a healthy, quick, vegan pasta recipe- this is it! Spicy chickpeas tossed with slow-roasted cherry tomatoes and a light cashew sauce. Light, healthy and delicious!
Thanks so much for sharing these recipes. I just went on a whole food plant-based diet and have been struggling to get enough variety. This will help!
Awesome Celia!
Thanks for sharing list of delicious vegan pasta recipes! Definitely going to try some of these.
I will definitely be trying these over the summer! Thank you so much for sharing them