Creamy Tomato Tofu Pasta Sauce
Easy tofu tomato sauce uses silken tofu to transform marinara into a rich and creamy tomato sauce loaded with plant-based protein, low in fat, and nut-free – perfect for pasta!
Servings: 6 - 8 servings (1 jar)
Calories: 361kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- 1 yellow onion, chopped
- 6 garlic cloves, chopped
- 1 (23-ounce) jar of storebought marinara sauce
- ½ cup of chopped fresh basil
- 1 teaspoon of fresh or dried oregano
- ¼ teaspoon of red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 (12.3) block of silken tofu
- 1 pound of pasta of your choice
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic. Cook until they begin to lightly brown. Remove from the heat and let it cool for 5 minutes.
- Put the onion garlic mixture in a blender and add the marinara sauce, basil, oregano, red pepper flakes (if using), and silken tofu. Blend until completely smooth.
- Put the sauce back into the pan and bring to a boil. Stirring constantly, cook for 2 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed
- Enjoy hot with your favorite cooked pasta.
Notes
Add spinach peas, diced carrots, sliced mushrooms, and broccoli florets to make a pasta primavera.
- Use the right tofu: Silken tofu is mild in flavor, soft, and will blend into a wonderfully creamy tofu tomato sauce. Here's a great tofu guide to reference!
- If the sauce is acidic: Add a touch of maple syrup or a pinch of sugar to balance the acidity of the tomatoes in the vegan tomato pasta sauce.
- Season to taste: Depending on the marinara sauce used, add extra salt and pepper (and other herbs/seasonings) to taste.
Nutrition
Calories: 361kcal | Carbohydrates: 65g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Sodium: 523mg | Potassium: 542mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 607IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 2mg
