This Creamy One-Pot Vegetarian Pasta is a cozy, comforting meal that’s delicious and filling. From stove to table in no time. And what’s great, there’s only one pot to clean.
Whether you're veggie all the way or just taking a meatless Monday detour, this Creamy One-Pot Vegetarian Pasta is about to become your new go-to for those busy weeknights, lazy weekends, or anytime you want a delicious pasta meal without the fuss or mess. Let's dive into this fuss-free delightfully delicious dish together!
In This Post
- Why Make This One-Pot Pasta Recipe
- Ingredients Needed to Make Creamy One-Pot Pasta
- How To Make Creamy One-Pot Vegetarian Pasta
- Get Recipes Updates!
- Substitutions
- Variations for this One-Pot Pasta Recipe
- How to Store Your Leftover Pasta
- Top Tip
- FAQ
- Creamy One-Pot Vegetarian Pasta Meal ( Easy Recipe)
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Why Make This One-Pot Pasta Recipe
Convenience: One-pot recipes are generally easier to make. You save time and effort in both preparation and clean-up.
Nutrition: Vegetarian pasta dishes often incorporate a variety of vegetables, providing a range of essential vitamins and minerals.
Flexibility: You can easily modify the recipe to suit what you have on hand, making it a versatile dish to whip up.
Creaminess: The creamy texture is comforting and can provide a luxurious taste without the need for meat or seafood.
Economical: Vegetarian dishes can often be more cost-effective than meat-based ones, and using just one pot can reduce the need for multiple ingredients or complex techniques.
Sustainability: Reducing meat consumption can have positive environmental impacts, including reduced greenhouse gas emissions and land use.
Taste: Simply put, a well-made creamy vegetarian pasta is delicious!
If you want more quick and easy one-pot vegetarian pasta meals, try my Lemon Caper Pasta with Grape Tomatoes, One-Pot Pasta with Burrata, and Kale Mushroom Capellini.
Ingredients Needed to Make Creamy One-Pot Pasta
This dish is a game-changer for busy days when you want something delicious without spending ages in the kitchen.
- Olive oil
- Garlic
- Capers
- Can of diced tomatoes
- Baby Bella Mushrooms
- Pasta
- Vegetable stock
- Basil
- Oregano
- Salt & pepper
- Alfredo Sauce
- Parmesan cheese
- Red pepper flakes
- Fresh basil leaves
See recipe card for quantities.
How To Make Creamy One-Pot Vegetarian Pasta
Bring to a boil: Add the first 10 ingredients to a large stockpot or deep sided sauté pan. Stir together and allow mixture to come to a boil over medium high heat. When the mixture comes to a boil, reduce heat and simmer and continue cooking for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. Most of the liquid should be absorbed.
Add the Alfredo sauce: Stir in the Alfredo sauce and continue to simmer for another 5 minutes or until the pasta is just tender.
Add the cheese: Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese.
Taste and Season: Taste and add more salt and pepper as needed and sprinkle in the red pepper flakes if you like.
Serve: Divide pasta into individual bowls and garnish with more grated Parmesan cheese and fresh chopped basil leaves.
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Substitutions
- Pasta - Instead of regular pasta, you can use whole wheat pasta, or a gluten-free pasta like rice or chickpea.
- Vegetables - You can use other vegetables like broccoli, cauliflower, asparagus or any other in season vegetable of your choice.
- Alfredo Sauce - Instead of Alfredo sauce you can use heavy cream or greek yogurt, the sauce will thicken as it cools a bit.
Variations for this One-Pot Pasta Recipe
- Vegan - To make this recipe vegan you can omit the cheese and use vegan cheese or nutritional yeast. Swap the Greek yogurt cream for coconut milk, or any non-dairy milk or cream.
- Meat Lovers - You can add an animal cooked Italian sausage, cooked ground chicken or turkey, or cooked shredded chicken.
- Sauce - Instead of having a creamy sauce you can use a red tomato sauce.
How to Store Your Leftover Pasta
This creamy one-pot vegetarian pasta is best enjoyed fresh, but leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 to 5 days
Top Tip
Control Your Heat & Stir Occasionally: Once the pasta starts to boil, maintain a steady simmer. Too high of a heat can cause the pasta to stick, and too low won't cook the pasta evenly. Stirring occasionally helps prevent the pasta from sticking to the bottom and ensures even cooking.
FAQ
Yes! Substitute the Parmesan cheese with a vegan cheese alternative or nutritional yeast for a cheesy flavor without the dairy.
Absolutely! Whole wheat pasta will give a nuttier flavor and is a great fiber-rich option. Just be aware of possibly adjusting the cooking time as it might vary.
You can use heavy cream or for a non-dairy option use coconut milk, almond milk, or even a cashew cream blend to achieve that creamy texture.
Creamy One-Pot Vegetarian Pasta Meal ( Easy Recipe)
This Creamy One-Pot Vegetarian Pasta is a cozy, comforting meal that’s delicious and filling. From stove to table in no time. And what’s great, there’s only one pot to clean.
- Prep Time: 5
- Cook Time: 20
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 8
- Category: One-Pot
- Method: Stove-Top
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
⅓ cup capers
1 28 oz. can diced tomatoes
16 oz. package baby Bella mushrooms, sliced
12 ounces uncooked Ziti pasta( or pasta of your choice)
1 ½ teaspoon dried basil
1 ½ teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
4 cups vegetable broth
Salt and pepper to taste
⅔ cup of Alfredo sauce
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Red pepper flakes
Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Bring to a boil: Add the first 11 ingredients to a large stockpot or deep sided sauté pan. Stir together and allow mixture to come to a boil over medium-high heat. When the mixture comes to a boil, reduce heat and simmer and continue cooking for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. Most of the liquid should be absorbed.
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Add the Alfredo sauce: Stir in the Alfredo sauce and continue to simmer for another 5 minutes or until the pasta is just tender.
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Add the cheese: Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese.
- Taste and Season: Taste and add more salt and pepper as needed and sprinkle in the red pepper flakes if you like.
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Serve: Divide pasta into individual bowls and garnish with more grated Parmesan cheese and fresh chopped basil leaves.
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