Vegan Spaghetti Marinara

Vegan Spaghetti Marinara is a vibrant and hearty pasta dish featuring al dente spaghetti tossed in a rich, homemade marinara sauce. This dish is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner that is both satisfying and nutritious.

Ingredients

• spaghetti - 200g
• olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• onion - 1 medium, diced
• crushed tomatoes - 400g (1 can)
• basil - 1 teaspoon, dried
• oregano - 1 teaspoon, dried
• red pepper flakes - 1/4 teaspoon (optional)
• salt - to taste
• black pepper - to taste
• fresh basil - a handful, for garnish

Steps

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente.
2. While the pasta is cooking, heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
3. Add minced garlic and diced onion to the saucepan, sauté until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
4. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, dried basil, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
5. Bring the sauce to a simmer, reduce the heat to low, and let it cook for about 10-15 minutes to develop the flavors.
6. Once the pasta is cooked, drain it and reserve a little pasta water.
7. Combine the drained spaghetti with the marinara sauce, adding a splash of reserved pasta water if needed to reach the desired consistency.
8. Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 70 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and antioxidants from tomatoes and herbs.
• High in fiber from the whole grain pasta and vegetables.

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