Creamy Tomato Dairy Free Pasta Sauce Recipe (Vegan, Nut Free)

Dairy Free Pasta Sauce For the Win!

This creamy vegan roasted tomato dairy free pasta sauce is the perfect sheet pan dinner!  I love a good sheet pan meal, especially during these fall months when the weather starts to turn cooler. Cooking on a sheet pan is one of my favorite ways to get a meal on the table fast! 

All the food gets cooked on a single pan, which makes cleaning up a breeze. And the oven does all the work for you, so you can focus on other kitchen prep while the food cooks. Sheet pan meals are awesome for breakfast, lunch, or dinner – check out my link here to see other healthy sheet pan meals that are ready in no time!

• Olive Oil: I like to use this fruity Zoe olive oil which has a fantastic flavor and deep color- it’s really inexpensive online here, so I keep a few liters stocked up in my pantry.  For the quality of oil you get, it’s an excellent value, I would highly recommend!
• Fresh Cherry Tomatoes, Chopped Tomatoes, or Diced Tomatoes:  I only use no salt added diced tomatoes, these boxed tomatoes are really great to stock up on!  I like boxed tomatoes better because they are BPA free and more eco-friendly than aluminum cans. If you haven’t read about consuming foods stored in BPA cans, head over to Nutrition Facts to read more.
• Onion
• Garlic
• Italian Seasoning Blend: usually has thyme, basil, rosemary, parsley, etc. I love this bright and flavorful Italian season mix which brings this amazing dish to life.
• Garlic Salt: for a little extra flavor than traditional salt.  I like to use this garlic salt in my savory Italian dishes for that extra kick.
• Milk Alternative: soymilk is a great option since it is nut free, and you can even buy shelf-stable soy milk powder too!  Or use oat milk, rice milk, or coconut milk… any kind you would normally drink!  However, make sure it is plain and unsweetened.
• Nutritional Yeast: not to be confused with bread baking yeast, nutritional yeast has a cheesy nutty umami flavor which is great in all kinds of dishes – I even sprinkle it on fresh popped pop corn and WOW!  Also great in soups and sauces of all kinds.
• Fresh Basil

Easy Weeknight Vegan Roasted Tomato Pasta!

This creamy roasted tomato pasta sauce is what I call an Easy Weeknight Meal – which is on your table in about 30 minutes.  These quick and simple recipes are perfect for those nights when you want a healthy homecooked meal but don’t want to spend hours in the kitchen.

I have a whole section of The Herbeevore dedicated to Easy Weeknight Meals, that are great for the whole family. From soups and stews, to pastas and proteins – a healthy meal can be on your table in no time.  Even faster than ordering from your favorite Italian bistro!

1. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. On a sheet pan, add the olive oil, cherry tomatoes, onion, garlic Italian seasoning, garlic salt, and tofu.  Toss well to combine, making sure to coat all the tomatoes, tofu, and onions with the oil and spices.
2. Roast the vegetables and tofu for 30 minutes, flipping halfway.
3. Once finished baking, carefully remove the sheet pan from the oven. Transfer the vegetables and tofu mixture to a blender. Add the almond milk and nutritional yeast and blend in high until the sauce becomes thick and creamy. Transfer to a dish and stir in the fresh basil.
4. Toss sauce with pasta, enjoy as a dip for garlic bread, or stir into risotto.

Make Pasta Sauce Dairy Free for a Healthy Version

This dairy free pasta sauce is a fantastic take on the classic without milk or cream. I’m all about making recipes plant-based and dairy free when I can. Dairy-free cooking does NOT have to be bland, boring, or flavorless… It’s quite the opposite when done right. You can achieve total richness and creaminess with some simple swaps. 

By building meals around vegan pantry staples and swapping in a few plant-based ingredients you can make healthier meals for you and your family. I made a list of my 125 favorite vegan pantry ingredients that we use on a weekly basis, and check out all my plant based recipes here that are on The Herbeevore. These easy and healthy recipes are fantastic meatless and dairy free meals for your table.

As always, if you make this vegan and dairy free pasta sauce recipe be sure to leave me a comment, rate this recipe, and tag me @theherbeevore on Instagram so I can feature you.  I love seeing all your photos of my recipe recreations!

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