Vegan Penne alla Vodka
This vegan penne alla vodka recipe is a lighter version of classic penne vodka that is just as delicious! The final result is a creamy, flavorful, and slightly spicy sauce that pairs perfectly with penne and your favorite add-ins.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 495kcal
Ingredients
- 10 ounces penne or any other type of pasta (can be gluten-free)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- ½ red onion finely diced
- 3 tablespoons vodka
- 2 cups tomato passata
- ¾ cup vegan cashew Alfredo sauce
- ¼ cup pasta water
- ½ - 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- salt and pepper to taste
- fresh basil leaves (optional) chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the vegan cashew Alfredo sauce according to recipe instructions.
- Cook the pasta according to instructions until al dente. Then save some pasta water, drain, and set aside.
- Preheat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Sauté the garlic and onion until the onion turns translucent.
- Next, add the vodka, passata, Alfredo sauce, and pasta water to the pan. Stir until the ingredients are combined.
- Now add the red pepper flakes and season with salt and pepper. Let the sauce simmer for 1-2 minutes.
- Transfer the pasta to the pan. Stir until the pasta is covered with sauce.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves (optional) and enjoy!
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 495kcal | Carbohydrates: 64g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 217mg | Potassium: 412mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 224IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 38mg | Iron: 3mg