Vegan Pumpkin Pasta Sauce
This creamy pumpkin pasta sauce only takes a few simple ingredients to make, and one pan. It's warm, cozy, comforting and all things a great fall dish should be. We're diving fork-first into this fall-flavored favorite, where pumpkin transforms into creamy, dreamy sauce that can make even a spaghetti noodle feel like a VIP at a seasonal celebration.
Ingredients
- 1 15 ounce can pumpkin puree
- 1 cup of unsweetened almond milk or any plant-based milk of your choice
- 2 cloves of garlic minced
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried sage
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley for garnish
- Cooked pasta of your choice
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.
- Stir in the pumpkin puree, dried sage, and ground nutmeg. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Gradually add the almond milk while stirring continuously. Simmer the mixture for about 5-7 minutes, or until it thickens to your desired consistency. If the sauce is too thick, you can add more almond milk to reach the desired thickness.
- Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the pumpkin pasta sauce over your favorite cooked pasta. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley for a pop of color and flavor.
Notes
Storage Instructions
Refrigerator
If you have leftover pumpkin pasta sauce, allow it to cool to room temperature. Transfer it to an airtight container and refrigerate it. It should stay fresh in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.Freezer
Pumpkin pasta sauce can also be frozen for longer-term storage. Pour the sauce into a freezer-safe container or a resealable freezer bag. Be sure to leave some room for expansion. Seal tightly and label with the date. It can be kept in the freezer for up to 2-3 months. When you're ready to use the frozen sauce, move it to the refrigerator to thaw overnight. You can also thaw it more quickly by placing the sealed container or bag in a bowl of cold water.Reheating
To reheat, gently warm the sauce on the stovetop over low to medium heat, stirring frequently until it's heated through. If it's too thick, you can add a splash of plant-based milk to reach your desired consistency.Nutrition
Calories: 123kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 90mgPotassium: 287mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 16.863IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 118mgIron: 2mg
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