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    Vegan Mushroom Pasta

    Published: Sep 13, 2023 · by Nico Pallotta

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    This vegan mushroom pasta is an easy and wholesome recipe where the earthy flavor of sautéed mushrooms melds with juicy and sweet cherry tomatoes into a tasty sauce.

    You can make this recipe in 20 minutes. It's perfect for everyday dinners and restaurant-y enough to make for guests, too!

    Vegan Mushroom pasta with a fork and fresh parsley
    On this page:
    • Ingredients & Substitutions
    • How to make vegan mushroom pasta
    • Variations
    • Serving suggestions
    • Storage
    • More mushroom recipes
    • More easy pasta recipes
    • Recipe

    Our vegan mushroom pasta recipe is inspired by an Italian dish with mushrooms and cherry tomatoes.

    The pasta is chewy and al dente. The sauce is naturally creamy, earthy, garlicky, and sweet from the cherry tomatoes.

    The recipe is quick and simple, perfect for weeknights. However, thanks to its rich and gourmet-like flavors, it's also great if you have guests, especially vegan or vegetarian ones.

    You can make this recipe with most mushroom varieties in your local grocery store. Our favorites are easy-to-find white mushrooms combined with portobello mushrooms.

    The most important tip is to brown the mushroom on the hot pan to boost flavor. It's easier than it sounds; we'll show you how in a second.

    Mushroom Pasta with cherry tomatoes

    Ingredients & Substitutions

    Vegan mushroom pasta ingredients

    Quantities are in the recipe box at the bottom of the page.

    Pasta

    You can use any pasta type for this recipe, but we recommend long-shaped pasta like spaghetti, linguine, bavette, and egg-free tagliatelle.

    We love egg-free tagliatelle because they are chewy and hug mushrooms and tomatoes.

    To make the recipe gluten-free, substitute gluten-free pasta for wheat pasta.

    Remember that most dry Italian-made pasta is naturally vegan; it's made with two ingredients: durum wheat semolina flour and water.

    Mushrooms

    We use white button mushrooms mixed with portobello mushrooms.

    You can use other fresh mushroom varieties such as cremini mushrooms, oyster mushrooms, baby bellas, brown mushrooms, chanterelles, and more.

    We don't recommend shiitake mushrooms in this recipe.

    Tomatoes

    Pick small tomatoes like cherry, plum, or grape tomatoes. Their naturally sweet taste goes well with the mushrooms and looks excellent with the tagliatelle.

    Parsley

    We prefer flat-leaf parsley over other fresh herbs because it is commonly used in Italian mushroom pasta recipes and tastes lovely with mushrooms.

    You can replace it with a couple of sprigs of fresh thyme.

    Garlic

    Finely minced garlic or mashed with a garlic masher.

    Olive oil

    We use olive oil for cooking mushrooms because it's more stable at high temperatures than vegan butter.

    Vegan Butter

    We add a couple of tablespoons of vegan butter to the mushrooms and the pasta to create a velvety and creamy mouth feel.

    If you don't have vegan or dairy-free butter, you can easily replace it with more olive oil.

    Salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes

    We use sea salt, freshly ground black pepper, and red pepper flakes to add taste and heat.

    We prefer not to add tamari or soy sauce, vegan cream, vegan parmesan cheese, lemon juice, pine nuts, spinach, coconut milk, cashew cream, or other plant-based cheese or cream alternatives, but you can do so if you like.

    Tip: Save a cup of cooking water before draining your pasta.
    We add some to the sauce. Pasta cooking water contains starch, which will help us make the sauce creamy.

    Mushroom Pasta with a silver fork

    How to make vegan mushroom pasta

    Make the mushroom sauce

    Clean and chop the mushrooms. To clean the mushrooms, rub the dirt off with a paper towel if not soiled.

    It's best not to wash the mushrooms with water because they'll absorb it and get soggy.

    Cook the chopped mushrooms on high heat in a large skillet with a drizzle of olive oil, salt, and black pepper for about 5 minutes.

    sliced mushrooms on a pan with oil and salt

    In general, mushrooms will release water while you cook them. So keep cooking them until all the water is gone and the pan is dry.

    Lower the heat to medium, and cook the mushrooms to brown them.

    sautéed mushrooms in a large skillet

    Add minced garlic, half of the vegan butter, and halved cherry tomatoes.

    vegan butter, tomatoes, and garlic added to the mushrooms

    Cook on medium heat for another 5 minutes or until the tomatoes are soft and release their juices.

    Stir occasionally, then when the sauce is ready, add the chopped parsley.

    sauce for vegan mushroom pasta

    Cook and toss the pasta

    Add the pasta to a large pot with salted boiling water and cook as per package instructions minus one minute.

    When the pasta is done, reserve one cup of the cooking water, drain the pasta, and add it to the pan with the mushrooms.

    Add the remaining vegan butter, one ladleful of reserved pasta water, and freshly ground black pepper.

    tagliatelle with vegan butter and mushroom sauce

    Toss the pasta on medium-high heat for one to two minutes. Add more reserved pasta water if necessary.

    vegan mushroom pasta in a skillet

    Serve the pasta in a cozy bowl with a sprinkle of finely chopped parsley.

    vegan mushroom pasta

    Variations

    Chanterelle mushrooms pasta

    chanterelle mushroom pasta

    Chanterelle is a delicious mushroom with an earthy, nutty, mildly fruity aroma. They are also meaty, packed with umami, and delicious with pasta.

    Substitute chanterelle for the other mushrooms in this recipe, and you'll get a beautiful dish with earthy flavors and fall colors.

    Mushroom Alfredo

    mushroom alfredo

    This creamy mushroom pasta, Alfredo style, is an indulgent, ultra-creamy, rich dish with cheese, butter, and cream.

    Check out our creamy mushroom Alfredo recipe.

    Serving suggestions

    You can serve this vegan mushroom pasta to your family and friends as the main meal, and they'll be perfectly fed and happy.

    If you want to add greens to your meal, have a peek at those delicious side dishes:

    • Simple side salad with fresh leafy greens.
    • Crunchy kale chips with lemon and garlic.
    • Chickpea salad for a protein-rich side dish.
    • Braised artichokes - Italian style on the stovetop with mint and lemon.
    • Steamed artichokes - tender, meaty, and creamy.
    • Cucumber and tomato salad for a lighter side dish.
    • Brussels sprout salad made with crunchy shaved Brussels sprouts.
    • Roasted broccoli with lemon and garlic.
    • Roasted Brussels sprouts with maple syrup.
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      Side Salad
    • Kale chip with red pepper flakes
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    • Roasted sprouts with lemon and dressing
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    Storage

    Make ahead: We don't recommend making this recipe in advance.

    Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to the next day. Warm up the pasta in a pan with oil or microwave.

    Freezing: This recipe is not suitable for freezing.

    More mushroom recipes

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      Mushroom Wellington

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    Looking for more quick and delicious pasta recipes? Then check out our:

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    For many more pasta ideas, check out our pasta category page.

    Recipe

    vegan mushroom pasta with fettuccine pasta

    Vegan mushroom pasta

    Author: Nico Pallotta
    This vegan mushroom pasta is an easy and wholesome recipe where the earthy flavor of sautéed mushrooms melds with juicy and sweet cherry tomatoes into a tasty sauce.
    You can make this recipe in 20 minutes. It's perfect for everyday dinners and restaurant-y enough to make for guests, too!
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    4.87 from 15 votes
    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Cook Time 15 minutes mins
    Total Time 20 minutes mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine American Italian
    Servings 3 people
    Calories 512 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 9 ounces pasta egg-free tagliatelle, spaghetti, linguine, etc.
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 16 ounces mushrooms a mix of white, brown, portobello, or other. Sliced or cut into chunks.
    • 2 cloves garlic minced or pressed
    • 16 cherry tomatoes halved
    • 3 tablespoons vegan butter
    • 1 handful parsley chopped
    • ½ teaspoon salt or more to taste
    • 2 twists black pepper
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    Instructions
     

    • Clean, chop, and cook 16 ounces mushrooms on high heat on a large skillet with 1 tablespoon olive oil, ½ teaspoon salt, and 2 twists black pepper for about 5 minutes.
      sliced mushrooms on a pan with oil and salt
    • The mushrooms will release water. Keep cooking them until all the water is gone.
      When the pan is dry, lower the heat to medium, and keep cooking the mushrooms for a couple of minutes to brown them. Stir occasionally.
      sautéed mushrooms in a large skillet
    • Add 2 cloves garlic (minced), half of the vegan butter, and 16 cherry tomatoes cut in half.
      vegan butter, tomatoes, and garlic added to the mushrooms
    • Cook on medium heat for another 5 minutes or until the tomatoes are soft and juicy.
      Stir occasionally, then when the sauce is ready, add 1 handful parsley (chopped).
      sauce for vegan mushroom pasta
    • Cook 9 ounces pasta in a large pot with salted boiling water as per package instructions minus one minute.
      Reserve one cup of pasta water, drain the pasta, and toss it into the mushroom sauce with the remaining vegan butter, a twist of black pepper, and a ladleful of reserved pasta water.
      Toss on medium-high heat for 1 minute and add more water if necessary.
      vegan mushroom pasta in a skillet
    • Serve the pasta in a cozy bowl with a sprinkle of finely chopped parsley.
      Mushroom Pasta with a silver fork

    Video Recipe

    Pasta with Mushrooms and Cherry Tomatoes

    Notes

    Nutrition information is an estimate for one large portion of pasta out of three portions.
    STORAGE
    Make ahead: We don't recommend making this recipe in advance.
    Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to the next day. Warm up the pasta in a pan with oil or microwave.
    Freezing: This recipe is not suitable for freezing.
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    Nutritional Values

    Nutrition Facts
    Vegan mushroom pasta
    Serving Size
     
    0 g
    Amount per Serving
    Calories
    512
    % Daily Value*
    Fat
     
    18
    g
    28
    %
    Saturated Fat
     
    3
    g
    19
    %
    Trans Fat
     
    0
    g
    Polyunsaturated Fat
     
    5
    g
    Monounsaturated Fat
     
    9
    g
    Cholesterol
     
    0
    mg
    0
    %
    Potassium
     
    895
    mg
    26
    %
    Carbohydrates
     
    73
    g
    24
    %
    Dietary Fiber
     
    5
    g
    21
    %
    Sugar
     
    8
    g
    9
    %
    Protein
     
    17
    g
    34
    %
    Vitamin A
     
    560
    IU
    11
    %
    Vitamin B6
     
    0.4
    mg
    20
    %
    Vitamin C
     
    26
    mg
    32
    %
    Vitamin E
     
    2
    mg
    13
    %
    Vitamin K
     
    39
    µg
    37
    %
    Calcium
     
    41
    mg
    4
    %
    Folate
     
    55
    µg
    14
    %
    Iron
     
    3
    mg
    17
    %
    Manganese
     
    1
    mg
    50
    %
    Magnesium
     
    69
    mg
    17
    %
    Zinc
     
    2
    mg
    13
    %
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Kia

      December 07, 2022 at 9:25 pm

      5 stars
      I want to try it so bad

      Reply
    2. Natasha

      September 07, 2022 at 3:19 pm

      5 stars
      It was delicious! I made this recipe with king oyster mushrooms and I added onions too!

      Reply
      • Nico

        September 07, 2022 at 3:38 pm

        I'm happy you liked it, Natasha! It sounds delicious with king oyster mushrooms 🙂 Cheers, Nico

        Reply

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