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Vegan Baked Spaghetti is easy to make and has been a family favorite for years!

This pasta casserole is perfect for weeknight dinners, Game Days, and potlucks.

I like to serve this dish with Rosemary Parmesan Focaccia Bread and a simple side salad to round out the meal.

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Ingredients, Tips, and Substitutions

  • spaghetti
  • olive oil
  • vegan ground beef – Can be omitted; no big deal.
  • yellow onion
  • garlic – Fresh is best but 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder will work in a pinch.
  • Italian seasoning – You can also use equal portions of dried oregano, basil, and thyme.
  • petite diced tomatoes – Nothing wrong with chunkier diced tomatoes; petite is just my personal preference for this recipe. You do you.
  • spaghetti sauce – Store bought sauce is nice for convenience but if you don’t have it on hand, Homemade Marinara Sauce is easy to whip up, with simple ingredients, in just a few minutes.
  • vegan mozzarella cheese – Sometimes I mix it up and swap cheddar cheese for the mozzarella. Both are good.
  • vegan Parmesan cheese

How to Make Vegan Baked Spaghetti

Cook the pasta. Preheat the oven to 375°F. Cook the spaghetti according to package directions to just under al dente. Drain the pasta then return it to the cooking pot and set aside.

Brown the vegan meat. Into a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the olive oil. When the oil is hot, crumble the vegan ground beef into the pan. Use a spatula to break up any clumps.

Add the aromatics. Add the onion and cook for 5 minutes, stirring frequently until meat is browned. Add the garlic and Italian seasoning then continue cooking for an additional 1 minute.

Stir in tomatoes and sauce. Add the diced tomatoes and spaghetti sauce, stirring to incorporate. Simmer for 5 minutes.

Toss with cooked pasta. Pour the sauce mixture into the pot with the cooked spaghetti. Toss to coat all of the noodles with sauce.

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Sprinkle with cheeses. Transfer to a prepared 9×13-inch baking dish. Sprinkle the mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses over the top.

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Bake for 30 minutes then serve hot.

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What to Do With Baked Spaghetti Leftovers

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

It can also be frozen in an airtight container for up to 3 months.

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Enjoy!

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Baked Spaghetti

Easy to make and always a crowd favorite!

5 from 2 votes

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Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American, Italian

Keyword: dairy free, pasta, vegan

Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 50 minutes minutes

Total Time: 55 minutes minutes

Servings: 4

Calories: 324kcal

Author: Holly Gray

Ingredients

  • 16 ounces spaghetti
  • 2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 5 ounces vegan ground beef
  • 1/2 cup yellow onion diced
  • 2 teaspoons garlic minced
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • 14 ounces petite diced tomatoes undrained
  • 14 ounces spaghetti sauce
  • 1 1/2 cups vegan mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 1/2 cup vegan Parmesan cheese shredded

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F.

  • Cook the spaghetti according to package directions for just under al dente. Drain the pasta then return it to the cooking pot and set aside.

  • Into a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the olive oil. When the oil is hot, crumble the vegan ground beef into the pan. Use a spatula to break up any clumps. Add the onion and cook for 5 minutes, stirring frequently until meat is browned.

  • Add the garlic and Italian seasoning then continue cooking for an additional 1 minute.

  • Add the diced tomatoes and spaghetti sauce, stirring to incorporate. Simmer for 5 minutes.

  • Pour the sauce mixture into the pot with the cooked spaghetti. Toss to coat all of the noodles with sauce.

  • Transfer to a prepared 9×13-inch baking dish. Sprinkle the mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses over the top.

  • Bake for 30 minutes then serve hot.

Nutrition

Calories: 324kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 32mg | Sodium: 1295mg | Potassium: 760mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 753IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 244mg | Iron: 4mg

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  1. Vance Payne

    Your recipie does not say how much spaghetti you should cook.

    Reply

    • thiswifecooks

      1 16-ounce package of spaghetti. Thank you for catching that! The recipe has been updated. 🙂

  2. Rebecca

    How much onion?

    Reply

    • thiswifecooks

      1/4 cup 🙂

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Vegan Baked Spaghetti - Vegan Recipe - This Wife Cooks™ (2024)

FAQs

Vegan Baked Spaghetti - Vegan Recipe - This Wife Cooks™? ›

There are many delicious and nutritious options to substitute for meat in spaghetti. Some popular choices include diced vegetables such as mushrooms, bell peppers, and zucchini, as well as plant-based protein sources like tofu, tempeh, or lentils.

What can I substitute for meat in spaghetti? ›

There are many delicious and nutritious options to substitute for meat in spaghetti. Some popular choices include diced vegetables such as mushrooms, bell peppers, and zucchini, as well as plant-based protein sources like tofu, tempeh, or lentils.

Is all spaghetti sauce vegan? ›

Absolutely. Lots of shelf-stable pasta sauces are vegan. You'll want one that is a tomato base, and make sure that it doesn't include parmesan cheese in the mix.

What is chicken spaghetti made of? ›

A classic chicken spaghetti with Rotel tomatoes and green chiles, tender cooked chicken, and pasta stirred into a creamy, cheesy sauce. A great last-minute chicken recipe the whole family will enjoy!

Can you eat spaghetti without meat? ›

Pretty much everyone that tries it loves it. You don't need meat to make spaghetti taste delicious! Growing up, I remember my mom making spaghetti a lot, at least once a week usually.

What spaghetti sauce is vegan? ›

The vegan-friendly brand Primal Kitchen offers No-Dairy Alfredo, Garlic Alfredo, and Vodka sauces! Primal Kitchen also has the hookup on various marinara sauces made with roasted garlic, basil, and crushed red chiles.

What is the healthiest meat substitute? ›

Less processed plant proteins such as tofu, whole grains, legumes, and beans are preferred protein sources compared to more processed soy isolates, textured vegetable protein (TVP), and wheat gluten because the less processed forms retain more of the nutrients and benefits of the original food.

Can vegans eat ketchup? ›

Yes, generally tomato ketchup is suitable for vegans. Its core ingredients are usually tomatoes, vinegar, sugar, salt, herbs and spices, all of which are vegan friendly. But the ingredients list isn't the only thing we need to look at in order to get to the bottom of this question.

Why is marinara sauce not vegan? ›

Q: What ingredients might make a store-bought marinara sauce not vegan? A: Some store-bought sauces may contain non-vegan ingredients like dairy. Always check the label for ingredients like cheese or cheese flavors to ensure your marinara is vegan.

Do vegans eat pasta or rice? ›

For a healthy vegan diet: eat at least 5 portions of a variety of fruit and vegetables every day. base meals on potatoes, bread, rice, pasta or other starchy carbohydrates (choose wholegrain where possible)

What is spaghetti called in China? ›

Mi Xian ( 米线 ) (Yunnan Rice Noodles)

Rice noodles come in different shapes, and the most common one is the round, spaghetti-like noodles called Yunnan rice noodles or mi xian.

Is spaghetti Italian or Chinese? ›

But to what does spaghetti owe? There's no denying that pasta is decidedly Italian. However, as is common with well-loved world cuisines, the origins of pasta are highly contested and may be found in many intersections of time and place.

Is spaghetti from Italy or China? ›

But who invented pasta? Legend has it that spaghetti is descended from noodles, based on the premise that Venetian nobleman and merchant Marco Polo imported long, worm-like strands of the latter to Italy from China in the late 13th century. To many, though, the Chinese origins of Italian pasta are a myth.

Is spaghetti a junk food? ›

Pasta can be a healthy meal. Since pasta is not very nutritious on its own, it's essential to add other foods to your pasta that are high in nutrients. You can ensure a healthy pasta meal by adding your favorite veggies to your dish and a lean protein, such as chicken, shrimp, or fish.

Is spaghetti healthy yes or no? ›

The short answer to this question is yes! Our bodies need good quality carbs to fuel our brains, muscle and organs, as well as maintaining energy levels throughout the day. Pasta ticks this box by providing important nutrients, while also being low in sodium and free from cholesterol.

What to add to make spaghetti taste better? ›

Tossing in strips of basil, a sprig of thyme or some oregano can take your sauce to the next level. Although fresh herbs might pop a bit more, dried herbs and spices can work just as well. Sprinkling in some red pepper flakes, a pinch of parsley and a dash of salt and pepper can liven up your jarred pasta sauce.

What can I substitute for ground beef in spaghetti sauce? ›

With a similar texture, ground chicken or ground turkey can be superb substitutes for ground beef. The poultry is a bit paler than beef, which can change the appearance of some dishes, but they still taste equally delicious.

How do you add protein to spaghetti without meat? ›

Some of the best sources in the plant world include beans, legumes, lentils, soy like tofu or edamame, seeds and nuts and some whole grains like quinoa. Certain vegetables also contain small amounts of protein like zucchini, kale and collards (think leafy greens).

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