Never will I ever stop loving this super creamy, full of flavor, out of this world creamy tomato sauce.
What makes it creamy? Avocado! A healthy base for a creamy sauce that adds tons of nutrients and healthy fats. A few of you have reached out telling me “this tastes like it has heavy cream in it!”. Another message I get is “my picky child (or husband) loves this sauce!” It’s that good- and that creamy. I’m all about sneaking in extra veggies where we can, and this sauce is a perfect way to do it.
The best part is, it’s incredibly simple to make. it’s an easy work lunch to whip up, or a simple cozy dinner at home. I load mine up with tons of veggies, and you can also add your favorite protein.
I also created a vegan “parmesan” to sprinkle over this pasta- and your entire life. So delicious. You can find both the sauce and the vegan parm recipes below!
Enjoy! xx
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Out of this world creamy vegan tomato pasta Made with avocado- you’d never know its vegan! Plus a deliciously savory vegan parmesan sprinkle!
Ingredients
For the tomato sauce:
- 1 cup canned crushed tomatoes , or jarred marinara will work
- 1/4 cup high quality olive oil
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 tsp italian seasoning (1.5 tsp if using jarred marinara)
- 1/4 cup nutritional yeast
- 1/2 of a large avocado
- salt + pepper, to taste
- optional: red pepper flakes
for vegan parmesan sprinkle:
- 1/4 cup raw cashews
- 2 tbsp hemp seeds
- 1.5 tbsp nutritional yeast
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/8 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
1. To make the vegan parmesan, pulse all ingredients in a food processor until a fine crumb is created- be sure not to over process into a paste. Store leftovers in refrigerator.
2. To make the pasta sauce, heat a large pan over medium heat. Once hot, add the olive oil and reduce heat to low.
3. Stir in garlic cloves, then stir in crushed tomatoes and Italian seasoning. Allow to simmer over low heat for about 30 minutes, until heated through and fragrant.
4. Add heated tomato sauce, avocado, and nutritional yeast to a blender and blend until a smooth, creamy sauce is achieved. Season with salt and pepper, blend again, then serve.
Victoria
An absolute staple in my house!! I make this at least once a month – hands down the best creamy tomato sauce ever.
★★★★★
Bailey
So easy and delicious! Very creamy without any dairy, it even tricked my picky boyfriend! I will definitely be making this again!
★★★★★
Betty
I made this for dinner tonight, I used zoodles instead of regular pasta and it was amazing! The vegan parm was the perfect way to top it off. I will definitely be making this again!
Mia Zarlengo
Yes this one is so good with veggie noodles! So happy you enjoyed it Betty 🙂
Amanda
Best sauce I’ve ever made! So easy to make but so delicious and creamy! Thanks, Mia!
★★★★★
Abby
AMAZING!!!! So so yummy and super easy to make. I’m obsessed with every recipe on this page, thank you!! I used chickpea pasta and it was so yummy. Excited to make this again!
★★★★★
Mia Zarlengo
Thank you Abby!! This is hands down my favorite simple pasta sauce. I’m so glad you love it too 🙂
Fen
Hi,
I just wanted to say thank you for sharing this amazingly simple yet sophisticated, well balanced and healthy recipe. I made this last night and it was delicious. I also appreciated how easy to follow and simple the article and your instructions were.
Thank-you for taking the time to share.
Mia Zarlengo
I am so happy you enjoyed it! Thank you for this sweet note Fen!
Marisa
I made this the other day and will definitely be making it again so good!!!
Allie
Such a great, simple recipe- thanks for sharing it!
★★★★★
Marisa
I’m commenting again cause I forgot to rate it it but really this is a great recipe!
★★★★★
Caitlin
So delicious, creamy and filling! Really takes pasta night up a notch! Its easy to make a bunch of it, freeze it, and have it on hand for easy weeknight meals!
★★★★★