13 Easy Vegan Pasta Recipes

These quick and easy vegan pasta recipes are a colorful, tasty option for any night of the week.

Add these dairy-free pasta recipes to your weekly rotation or make a dish for a special occasion such as a dinner party.

Enjoy a classic vegan mac and cheese or put together a fancy looking vegan puttanesca.

From mushrooms to tomatoes, you’ll discover a variety of ingredients and flavors to add.

1. Vegan Sun-dried Tomato Pesto Pasta

This quick pesto rosso or red pesto recipe is a bold sauce that’s easy to make. It’s made with sun-dried tomatoes, which deliver loads of flavor in every spoonful.

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This dish is one of the quickest ones you can make in 15 minutes or less.

It’s full of flavor and the sun-dried tomato adds a distinct savory, umami taste.

The pasta really soaks up the sauce well. You’ll get a hearty, filling meal that’s not only vegan but oil-free and gluten-free.

2. Vegan Vodka Sauce Pasta

A creamy, comforting vegan pasta recipe that's easy to make. The crushed tomatoes are tangy and the aromatics add depth. It's dairy-free and cashew-free!

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Light, creamy, and spicy, this vegan vodka pasta deserves a spot on your dinner table.

Chilli flakes add a nice spicy kick to this creamy Italian-inspired dish. The vodka enhances the savoryness of the pasta sauce while balancing the richness.

Consider this your go-to recipe whenever you need a fast and easy dinner.

3. Creamy Vegan Mushroom Pasta

A gourmet-style vegan dinner that you can make any night of the week! This creamy mushroom pasta has an easy nut-free and dairy-free sauce made from tofu making it quite filling.

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Vegan mushroom alfredo pasta is great whenever you’re in the mood for a restaurant-style pasta dish.

Tofu creates a creamy sauce that will fill you up while oyster mushrooms adds a “meaty” texture and flavor.

No nuts or dairy of any kind required. You’ll have this ready to eat in minutes.

4. Vegan Spinach Artichoke Pasta

If you think creamy pasta is satisfying, wait until you try this rich spinach artichoke pasta. It's flavorful, dairy-free and gluten-free!

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This easy pasta dish requires so few ingredients to make it. Vegan cream cheese pairs with coconut milk and vegan mozzerella to make the ultimate creamy, cheesy pasta sauce.

Save time by using frozen spinach and marinated artichoke to get dinner served much faster.

Top with crispy seasoned breadcrumbs for added flavor and texture.

5. Vegan Rasta Pasta

Learn how to cook Rasta pasta with this quick vegan recipe. Creating Caribbean-style comfort food is simpler than you might imagine.

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Vegan rasta pasta is packed with flavor from Jamaican jerk seasoning giving it that savory, spicy kick.

It includes bell peppers, vegetables, and of course a deliciously creamy sauce made with coconut milk.

Make this easy weeknight dinner one of your new favourites.

6. Vegan Pesto Pasta

Try this delicious vegan pesto pasta made with creamy avocado. It’s nut and oil-free and easy to make. Ready to enjoy in a matter of minutes!

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Take a break from the usual red tomato sauce with this delicious bright green pesto.

This dairy free sauce is made with avocado for the ultimate creaminess without any added oil.

It’s also gluten-free, nut-free, and can be whipped up in less time than it takes to cook pasta.

7. Coconut Cream Pasta

This creamy coconut pasta makes a simple but delicious gluten-free, vegan dinner. It’s ready to serve in just minutes, making this a perfect weeknight meal!

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Coconut cream pasta takes less than a half hour to make and can be customized to your liking.

It’s equally simple and satisfying. It’s packed with chickpeas for the extra boost of protein making this dish even more filling.

It’s ready in less than 30 minutes.

8. Vegan One Pot Pasta

This vegan pasta recipe with spinach, tomatoes and broccoli is a healthy oil-free dinner. It's ready to serve in about 30 minutes!

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Vegan one pot pasta is great for all the home-cooks out there who’d like to save a lot of time in the kitchen.

With minimal prep and only one pan to clean up, this rich and flavorful pasta is ideal for any busy weeknight.

Add it to your weekly meal rotation whenever you’re in need of a simple dish in less than 30 minutes.

9. Vegan Pumpkin Pasta

Pumpkin pasta is a great addition to your vegan fall recipe collection. It requires less than 10 ingredients and will be ready and on the table in less than 20 minutes!

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Pumpkin probably isn’t the typical ingredient you’d think of when you’re making pasta.

But you’ll be amazed how tasty it can be as a sauce. This would be perfect for using up any roasted pumpkin or pumpkin puree from Thanksgiving.

Ready in 20 minutes or less!

10. Vegan Fettucine Alfredo (No Cashews)

This pasta recipe has a velvety smooth and creamy sauce offering much-needed comfort on a cold day. Made nut-free and dairy-free with oat milk.

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Vegan fettucine alfredo is a great dairy-free alternative to a classic Italian dish. It’s also nut-free.

It’s one of the quickest and easiest sauces to make and this recipe is hard to mess up. Enjoy it as is or serve with your favourite vegetable side.

You’re a half hour away from delicious creamy dinner on the table.

11. Vegan Stuffed Shells with Almond Ricotta (No Tofu)

Learn how to make the best vegan stuffed shells with a delicious, dairy-free almond “ricotta”. No tofu included. See how easy it is in the recipe video.

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This Italian-style recipe makes the perfect meal for large family dinners or when entertaining guests.

It’s suitable for meal prep, so feel free to assemble this dish ahead of time and finish in the oven right before serving.

The vegan ricotta is made soy-free with almond flour for a rich and nutty flavor.

12. Vegan Mac and Cheese

This dairy-free mac and cheese recipe is creamy, satisfying and a great option for a cashew-free or nut-free meal.

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Get that classic cheesy flavor with this dairy-free mac and cheese. It’s made without cashews and is packed with hidden veggies.

It only takes 10 ingredients to put together this American comfort food favourite.

13. Vegan Puttanesca

This vegan puttanesca recipe is a quick, classic Italian pasta dish made gluten-free and without anchovies. It makes an easy dinner idea on a busy weeknight.

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This Vegan Puttanesca recipe is savory and spicy. Enjoy the flavors of garlic, paired with briny olives and capers in this rich tomato sauce pasta.

This colorful dish skips the traditional anchovies to make this recipe perfect for vegans and vegetarians alike.