Description
Experience the creamy goodness of this Easy Vegan Pumpkin Pasta Recipe. Perfect for those seeking Quick And Easy Pumpkin Recipes, it’s a standout in the world of Vegan Recipes With Pumpkin. The velvety Vegan Pumpkin Sauce, infused with the rich flavors of fall, makes it a delicious choice for Pumpkin Meals Recipes. Ideal for cozy dinners, this Pumpkin Cream Sauce pasta is also great for Vegan Fall Party Food.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (454 g) penne pasta or other pasta of choice
- 1 ½ tbsp (22 g) vegan butter (such as Earth Balance)
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 (15-oz) can pumpkin purée
- 1 (13.5-oz) can coconut milk
- ¾ tsp paprika
- ¾ tsp salt
- Fresh or crispy sage leaves for serving, optional
Instructions
- Boil water in a large pot and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- While the pasta cooks, heat the vegan butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in the pumpkin purée and coconut milk, cooking until the mixture is well combined.
- Add the paprika and salt, stirring until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Once the pasta is cooked, drain it and add it to the saucepan with the pumpkin sauce.
- Toss everything together until the pasta is thoroughly coated. Top with fresh or crispy sage leaves if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Avoid overcooking the pasta; it should be al dente to hold up well with the creamy sauce.
- Don’t rush the sauce; allowing it to simmer helps enhance the flavors.
- Use fresh ingredients where possible for maximum flavor.
- Add sautéed mushrooms or spinach for extra nutrition and color.
- Incorporate roasted nuts or seeds for a crunchy texture.
- Experiment with different herbs such as thyme or rosemary to bring out more fall flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: vegan pumpkin pasta