One-Pot Vegan Spaghetti
A plant-based one-pot spaghetti loaded with vegetables in marinara that requires just 30 minutes and almost no cleanup.
Prep Time
7 min
Cook Time
23 min
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6
Calories
340/serving
Difficulty
Easy
Nutrition Per Serving
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup onion
- 3 cloves garlic
- 2.5 cup cremini mushrooms
- 1 whole bell pepper
- 0.5 tsp sea salt
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 0.25 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- 48 oz marinara sauce
- 1.5 cup water
- 12 oz gluten-free spaghetti
- 1 cup spinach
- 0.5 cup fresh basil
- 2 tbsp vegan Parmesan
Saute Onion
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned and translucent.
Cook Vegetables
Add minced garlic, sliced mushrooms, diced bell pepper, and salt. Cook until the vegetables soften and begin to caramelize, stirring frequently.
Add Spices
Stir in dried oregano and red pepper flakes. Cook until fragrant, about one minute.
Simmer Pasta
Pour in the marinara sauce and water. Bring to a simmer. Break the spaghetti in half and add to the pot, stirring to prevent clumping. Add a handful of spinach if desired. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer, stirring twice during cooking.
Rest and Serve
Turn off the heat and let the pasta rest covered for 2 minutes. Stir again, then adjust seasoning with salt, oregano, or pepper flakes. Serve topped with fresh chopped basil and vegan Parmesan if desired.
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Open in AppTips & Variations
- Break the spaghetti in half so it submerges in the sauce more easily.
- Stir twice during cooking to prevent the pasta from sticking together.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can I use regular spaghetti?
- Yes, any spaghetti works. Cooking time may vary slightly.
- How do I store leftovers?
- Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 4 days. The pasta absorbs sauce as it sits, so add a splash of water when reheating.
Recipe inspired by the original at minimalistbaker.com. Ingredients and factual cooking data extracted; instructions independently written.
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