Spicy Vegan Arrabbiata Pasta
Prep Time
5
minutesCook Time
15
minutesRest Timeminutes
Total Time
20
minutes
Get ready to fire up your taste buds with this Spicy Vegan Arrabbiata Pasta! 🌶️ This Italian-inspired recipe is packed with bold flavors, fresh ingredients, and a spicy kick! Perfect for weeknight dinners, meal preps, or anytime you crave something comforting yet healthy. It’s easy, fast, and full of vibrant taste! 💯
Ingredients
2 cups crushed tomatoes (canned or fresh)
4 cloves garlic, minced
1–2 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust for your spice level)
1 small onion, finely chopped
1/2 onion, chopped
8 oz pasta of choice (penne or rigatoni works best!)
Fresh basil leaves, torn
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tbsp olive oil
Optional: vegan parmesan, for garnish
Directions
- In a large pot, bring water to a boil with a pinch of salt. Add your pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and chopped onion, sauté until softened and fragrant (about 2-3 minutes).
- Add the red pepper flakes and stir for another minute to release the flavors. Adjust the amount based on your preferred spice level!
- Pour in the crushed tomatoes and season with salt and pepper. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Toss the cooked pasta directly into the sauce and mix until well coated. Add fresh basil leaves for extra aroma and flavor.
- Serve hot, topped with vegan parmesan or more basil if you like. Enjoy your spicy, flavorful, and 100% vegan arrabbiata pasta!
Recipe Video
Notes
- Enjoy making this mouth-watering Spicy Vegan Arrabbiata Pasta! Let us know in the comments how yours turned out and any tweaks you made. Happy cooking! 😊🍲🌶️