Macaroni Pasta Recipe : Rich, Comforting & Dairy-Free!
Who says you need cheese for ultimate pasta comfort? This Vegan Macaroni Pasta proves plant-based can be just as creamy, flavorful, and satisfying—without any dairy! Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or when you're craving that classic macaroni goodness.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
✔️ Surprisingly Creamy – No cheese, but just as rich and delicious ✔️ Ready in 20 Minutes – Faster than ordering takeout! ✔️ 100% Plant-Powered – Hearty, healthy, and totally vegan ✔️ Budget-Friendly – Uses simple, pantry-friendly ingredients
The Secret to Creamy Vegan Mac:
✨ Savory spices & umami-packed ingredients create depth of flavor ✨ Pasta water magic – Helps create a silky, clingy sauce ✨ Fresh herbs or nutritional yeast for that extra flavor boost
Pro Tips:
🔹 Always check pasta labels – Most are vegan, but some contain egg 🔹 Reserve pasta water – The key to perfect sauce consistency 🔹 Add veggies – Spinach, mushrooms, or peas for extra nutrition
Serving Ideas:
🥗 Toss with roasted cherry tomatoes & fresh basil 🍞 Pair with garlic bread for the ultimate comfort meal 🌶️ Sprinkle with red pepper flakes for a spicy kick
Ready to cook? Follow the simple steps below and enjoy creamy, dreamy macaroni—the vegan way!
This Vegan Macaroni Pasta Recipe is easy to make. This is a version of the macaroni recipe without the cheese but still delicious in taste. What I love about this vegan recipe is that it’s just as fast to prepare as the version that comes with plenty of dairy ingredients. The cooking process is very easy; just get the pasta boiled, saute it, and add certain spices to bring out the delectable taste. Since we are talking about vegans, it’s important to check the packaging label of your macaroni noodles before you buy them, but in my experience, most pasta that I’ve come across is naturally vegan-made. Happy cooking.
Ingredients
For Boiling the Macaroni
150g elbow macaroni pasta
2l water
1tsp salt
1tsp vegetable oil
For Cooking the Macaroni
2tbsp vegetable oil (sauteing)
3clove garlic (minced)
1 onion (diced)
1small carrot (diced)
1 tomato (diced)
1 green bell pepper (diced)
1stalk green onion (finely chopped)
1/2tsp salt
1 1/2tbsp soy sauce
3tbsp sweet chili sauce
1/2tsp turmeric powder
1/2tsp cinnamon powder (optional)
1/2 to 1tsp sugar
1/2tsp chili powder
Instructions
For boiling the macaroni pasta
1
In a pot, pour 2 liters of water. Add 1 teaspoon of salt and vegetable oil. Stir it and bring it to a boil, then add the elbow macaroni pasta.
2
Cook the pasta until it is firm. To avoid sticking, check and stir on a regular basis.
3
When elbow macaroni pasta is cooked, drain it and rinse it with cold water, then put it in a bowl and set it aside.
For cooking the macaroni pasta
4
In a pan, heat vegetable oil over low to medium heat. Saute the minced garlic until aromatic. Then add the diced onion and saute until translucent.
5
Add the diced carrot and saute until the carrot changes color. Add the diced green bell pepper and saute for a few minutes then add the diced tomato and continue to saute it for a few minutes.
6
Add salt, soy sauce, sweet chili sauce, turmeric powder, and cinnamon powder. Stir well.
7
Add the cooked elbow macaroni pasta. Mix well.
8
Add sugar and finely chopped green onion. Mix well.
9
Add chili powder, mix it well and it’s all done.
10
Transfer it to a serving bowl and serve while still warm.
11
Share and enjoy eating this macaroni recipe. Happy cooking.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
Amount Per Serving
Calories272kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat8.5g14%
Saturated Fat1.6g8%
Sodium1319mg55%
Potassium309mg9%
Total Carbohydrate42.2g15%
Dietary Fiber3.1g13%
Sugars10.5g
Protein6.4g13%
Calcium 3 mg
Iron 11 mg
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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