31 Delicious Vegan Pasta Recipes (2024)

These 31 delicious vegan pasta recipes will impress vegans, vegetarians, and meat-eaters alike! All of these recipes are so delicious, comforting, and easy to make. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners!

Pasta has always been the perfect comfort food for me. And the fact that I became vegan about 6 years ago didn’t change that! You don’t need meat, dairy, eggs, or fish to enjoy delicious pasta dishes. These 30 delicious vegan pasta recipes are the perfect proof!

I’ve already got a lot of vegan pasta recipes on the blog. Some of them are even among the most popular recipes on my blog, like my vegan one pot pasta. But to provide you with even more delicious vegan pasta dishes, I teamed up with some fellow food bloggers.

All of these recipes are 100 % vegan and many recipes are budget-friendly as well as kid-friendly. To make the recipes gluten-free, you can in many cases just use gluten-free pasta.

We’ve got some delicious vegan pasta recipes for every taste. Here are some examples:

spaghetti with vegan meatballs
vegan meat sauces
pasta with vegan pumpkin sauce
cheesy and creamy vegan pasta sauces
stuffed shells
Mediterranean pasta with veggies
Asian noodles
several vegan one pot pasta recipes
… and sooo much more!!

So let’s get started! As always, click on the heading above each photo to see the recipe.

Pasta heaven, here we come!!

1.Spaghetti with Vegan Meatballs

These vegan meatballs are the perfect comfort food. They’re really easy to make, so delicious, and incredibly healthy! Serve them with spaghetti for a quick and easy dinner. I promise you that you will LOVE them. They’re one of my all-time favorite recipes!

2.Vegan Pumpkin Pasta

This4-ingredient pumpkin sauce by Melissa from Cilantro and Citronella is tossed withsautéed mushrooms, garlic and herbs. All in all, it comes together in just 30 minutes!

3. Vegan Roasted Red Pepper Pasta

This vegan roasted red pepper pasta is super easy to make and it’s SO comforting! The sauce is packed with flavor and it’s incredibly creamy. I love serving it with fettuccine and sprinkle it with fresh parsley and red pepper flakes. BIG yum!!

4. Chickpeas in Spicy Smoked Tomato Sauce

These penne with chickpeas in spicy smoked tomato sauceby Sophia by Veggies Don’t Bite is perfect for busy days! It’s easy, quick, and packed with protein!

5. Creamy Vegan One Pot Pasta with Red Curry Paste and Coconut Milk

I absolutely LOVE pasta and I love quick and easy meals! So this Asian style vegan one pot pasta with coconut milk and red curry paste is absolutely perfect. It’s my new favorite meal for weeknight dinners. Easy, healthy, and so incredibly delicious and creamy.

6.Rasta Pasta Recipe

This rasta pasta by Melissa from Cilantro and Citronellais a total flavour bomb. It consists of pasta with delicious vegetarian walnut balls and crisp bell peppers in a creamy curry coconut sauce. So delicious and super filling!

7. Fettuccine with Vegan Alfredo Sauce

This vegan Alfredo sauce is the perfect comfort food! It’s so incredibly creamy and rich without being packed with butter and cream like traditional Alfredo sauce. And it’s super easy to make. 25 minutes is all you need!

8.10 Minute Mediterranen Pasta

You need only five ingredients for this mediterranean pasta by Florian by Contentedness Cooking. Florian used hummus for the sauce and this pasta dish is vegan and gluten-free. And you need only 10 minutes to make it! Super easy, right?

9. Pasta with Broccoli Pesto and Cherry Tomatoes

This broccoli pesto with pasta and cherry tomatoes is one of my favorite weeknight meals! It’s super easy to make, incredibly delicious, and packed with nutrients. Perfect for pasta lovers!

10.Spaghetti with Tempeh Vegan Ragu with Toasted Panko

Alissa from Connoisseurus Veg simmered tomatoes, red wine, and lots of spices with veggies and crumbled tofu for this vegan ragù. Enjoy it over pasta and top it with crunchy panko breadcrumbs!

11.Italian Veggie Pasta

his Italian veggie pasta is my absolute favorite summer pasta recipe! It’s super easy to make and it’s full of color and flavor. I used cherry tomatoes, olives, zucchini, capers, and artichokes for this recipe. Oh, and don’t forget lots of fresh basil!

12. Vegan Cajun Jambalaya Pasta

If you love the aromatic flavors of traditional jambalaya then this cajun jambalaya pasta recipe is for you! It’s the perfect comfort food and it comes together super quickly.

13.Creamy Vegan White Wine Sauce with Peppers Pasta

This vegan white whine sauce with roasted red peppers by Brandi from The Vegan 8 is perfect for cosy fall and winter nights! Brandi used fresh onions, garlic, plant-based milk, dried Italian herbs, and chardonnay for her white whine sauce. It’s oil-free but super creamy and rich!

14. Vegan One Pot Pasta with Spinach and Tomatoes

I definitely got a thing for vegan one pot pasta or one pot meals in general! This vegan one pot pasta with spinach and tomatoes is super easy to make, incredibly healthy, packed with flavor, and SO delicious!! It’s one of my favorite meals for busy weeknights.

15.Fresh Herb Gemelli Pasta

This fresh herb gemelli pasta by Linda from Veganosity is vegan simplicity at its finest. Linda used fresh herbs, garlic, and olive oil for this easy vegan pasta dish. Your kitchen will smell like you’ve been transported to Italy when you make this vegan pasta recipe!

16. Lemon Spaghetti with Spinach

These lemon spaghetti with spinach are the perfect recipe for busy weeknights! It’s a one pot meal, super delicious, comforting, and 100 % vegan! Besides, it’s packed with flavor and a real crowd-pleaser! I’ve made this recipe so many times already!

17.Basil Alfredo Zoodles

If you’re looking for a healthy vegan pasta dish, these Basil Alfredo zoodles by Anthea from Rainbow Nourishments are perfect for you! This dish is ready in just 10 minutes!

18. Spinach Artichoke Pasta

This spinach artichoke pasta is the ultimate comfort food! It’s super easy to make, incredibly creamy, and completely vegan! It makes such a delicious weeknight meal!

19.Chilled Peanut Noodle Salad with Crispy Tofu

This chilled peanut noodles with crispy tofu by Erica form Erica Julson are tossed with crispy tofu pieces, refreshing cucumber and bell pepper. And don’t forget to add some cilantro and sesame seeds on top.

20.Smoky Cajun Black Eyed Peas Pasta

This smoky Cajun black eyed peas pasta by Jenn from Veggie Inspired is an easy and budget-friendly dish. Besides, it’s perfect for kids and makes a great family dinner!

21.Vegan One Pot Spaghetti with Vegetables

Have you ever tried vegan one pot spaghetti with vegetables? It’s so delicious and easy to make! Just perfect for lazy days!

22.Habanero Sweet Potato Pasta

This habanero sweet potato pasta by Julia from Savory Tooth is SPICY.However, the spiciness is nicely balanced by soft sweet potato cubes and a basil garilcky tomato sauce. So delicious!

23.Mexican Pasta Bake

This Mexican pasta bakeby Florian by Contentedness Cooking will be a a real crowd-pleaser! It makes the perfect party food, lunch, or regular dinner!

24.Vegan Chicken Alfredo with Broccoli

This vegan chicken Alfredo with textured vegetable protein is so delicious, creamy, rich, and decadent. No dairy or meat needed!

25. Vegan Carbonara with Smokey Carrot Rashers

This vegan carbonaraby Melanie from A Virtual Vegan is so simple and yet so decadent! Melanie topped it off with a scattering of smoky carrot rashers!

26. Vegan Stuffed Shells with Spinach

These vegan stuffed shells with spinach make such a delicious dinner! They’re filled with spinach and vegan ricotta made of cauliflower and tofu. Nobody will believe that these stuffed shells are vegan! The perfect Italian comfort food!

27.Garlicky Butter Noodles with Red Wine Mushrooms

Cadry from Cadry’s Kitchen topped her vegan buttered noodles with oyster mushrooms that have been sautéed with garlic and then deglazed with a couple tablespoons of Malbec. Simple and delicious!

28.Pumpkin and Kale Stuffed Shells

These vegan stuffed shells by Jenn from Veggie Inspired are filled with kale and savory pumpkin. While being easy enough for a weeknight, they’re also impressive enough for guests.

29.Spinach & Caramelised Onion Pasta

This spinach and caramelized onion pasta by Evi from Green Evi is vegan, oil-free, and super easy to make. Evi paired fresh spinach with sweet onions, fragrant sage, and a creamy miso walnut sauce. So many delicious flavors!

30.Lemon Basil Pasta with Walnut Parmesan

This 20 minute lemon basil pastaby Gin from Eat Healthy Eat Happy isquick, healthy, and packed with fresh flavor! Finish with easy walnut parmesan for a vegan protein boost.

31.Vegan Veggie Meat Sauce

Dosen’t this vegan meat sauce by Sophia from Veggies Don’t Bite look super delicious? It’s oil-free, fat-free, and super hearty. And packed with sneaky veggies!

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FAQs

What pasta is best for vegans? ›

Most packaged pasta—including spaghetti, rotini, and any other type—is 100 percent vegan. To know for sure, simply check the ingredients on your package! Sometimes, you might see “egg” listed as an ingredient in “fresh” pastas, so avoid those—but generally, pasta contains no animal-derived ingredients.

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What does it mean when a pasta is vegan? ›

Most dried pasta does not contain egg, meaning that lots of brands are vegan friendly. Brands like De Cecco, Napolina and Barilla have products that have the exact same ingredient list. Other Supermarket own brands, like Sainsbury's, Morrisons and Asda, also carry pasta of all different shapes that are vegan.

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Can you get vegan pasta? ›

Is pasta vegan? Unfortunately, not all pasta is vegan. We've found pastas of all varieties, from spaghetti to lasagna noodles, with eggs in the ingredient lists. But don't worry—there are widely available vegan pastas that don't involve eggs or dairy and don't skimp on the texture you've come to love.

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What is vegan pasta made of? ›

Making fresh vegan pasta

Mix 3 cups of flour (or semolina) with about 1 cup of water, a pinch of salt, and 1 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil. If you want to give your pasta a nice warm color as if it contained eggs, you can add a pinch of turmeric or saffron to the flour.

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Is Olive Garden's pasta vegan? ›

Vegan-friendly pasta shapes include spaghetti, angel hair, fettuccine, small shells, and rigatoni (note: the gluten-free rigatoni contains eggs). Top your favorite noodle with marinara or tomato sauce.

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Can vegans eat olive oil? ›

The short answer is yes, olive oil is vegan! Olive oil is a completely plant-derived product that is made entirely from the fruit of the olive tree. The product does not require animals for sourcing or processing in any way.

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Can vegans eat rice? ›

Yes, absolutely! Rice is a common grain in all cooking and has a significant place in the plant-based world too. Some rice dishes may not be suitable for vegans though, so if you're eating out or following a recipe make sure there are no meat, fish or other animal products being used before you tuck in!

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Can vegans eat eggs? ›

People who follow a vegan diet don't eat any animal foods, including dairy, eggs, and honey. About 3% of Americans follow a vegan diet. Their reasons for eating this way vary. Some vegans do it to improve their health, as research shows that a plant-based diet could lower the risk of certain diseases.

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Is Peanut Butter vegan? ›

The bottom line. Most types of peanut butter are free of animal products and can be enjoyed as part of a vegan diet. However, some varieties are made in facilities that also process animal products or contain refined sugar that was produced using bone char or non-vegan ingredients like honey or fish oil.

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Why is garlic bread not vegan? ›

Generally speaking, the actual dough used in garlic bread is vegan. What could catch you out is the butter contents. Fortunately though, a lot of shop-bought garlic bread uses margarine or olive oil – so just make sure to check the ingredients first!

Can vegans eat ketchup? ›

Yes, generally tomato ketchup is suitable for vegans. Its core ingredients are usually tomatoes, vinegar, sugar, salt, herbs and spices, all of which are vegan friendly. But the ingredients list isn't the only thing we need to look at in order to get to the bottom of this question.

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Is Walmart pasta vegan? ›

Generic store-brand dry pasta is almost always vegan. Walmart's Great Value brand even has egg-free ribbons if you are looking for a vegan alternative to egg noodles.

Are potatoes vegan? ›

For a healthy vegan diet: eat at least 5 portions of a variety of fruit and vegetables every day. base meals on potatoes, bread, rice, pasta or other starchy carbohydrates (choose wholegrain where possible)

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What can you substitute for eggs in pasta? ›

Water or Liquid Substitutes: You can replace eggs with water or other liquid substitutes like plant-based milk or yogurt. Start by using about 1/4 cup of liquid per egg, and adjust as needed to achieve the right dough consistency. Olive Oil: You can replace each egg with around 1-2 tablespoons of olive oil.

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What pasta is good for plant-based diet? ›

TYPES OF PLANT-BASED PASTA

Here are three of our favorites, using chickpea casarecce, red-lentil rotini, and whole-grain thin spaghetti.

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What kind of pasta can you eat on a plant-based diet? ›

Yes, pasta can be eaten if you're vegan. Most pasta is made from wheat flour and water, both of which are vegan. However, some pasta may contain eggs or milk, so it's important to check the label before you buy it. You can also find vegan pasta made with alternative flours, such as chickpea flour or lentil flour.

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Which Barilla pasta is not vegan? ›

But you should know that most of Barilla's pasta products are. There are, however, a select few that aren't -- those being the Tortellini and the Protein Plus varieties.

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