Vegan Puttanesca with Capers

Pasta cooked and coiled into nests on a plate with basil.

5 from 2 votes

Vegan Puttanesca with Capers

Vegan puttanesca with capers is the same traditional recipe but without anchovies. Instead, capers have been added to provide a saltiness similar to the classic recipe. You can make this easy Mediterranean dinner recipe in less than 20 minutes!

Prep Time5

Cook Time15

Total Time20

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Italian

Servings:

Calories: 130kcal

Author: Ruth Grindeland

Cost: $15

Ingredients

½ tbsp olive oil
5 garlic cloves, sliced thinly
1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
28 oz crushed tomatoes
1 cup kalamata olives
¼ cup capers
⅓ cup sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, minced Optional ingredient
1 pound pasta
salt and black pepper to taste
parmesan Optional garnish
fresh basil Optional garnish

Instructions

Step One - Sauté: Warm the olive oil over low heat. As the oil heats up, you should be able to tilt the pan and cover the bottom with oil easily. Add the thinly sliced garlic cloves and the crushed red pepper flakes and cook for 1-2 minutes.
Step Two - Sauce: Add the crushed tomatoes, olives, capers, and sun-dried tomatoes. Simmer over low heat while the noodles cook. Add salt and pepper to taste.
Step Three - Prepare the Pasta: Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Cook your pasta according to the directions. Stop 1- 2 minutes before the directions on the package.
Step Four - Combine and Garnish: Toss everything together and let it cook for another 1- 2 minutes. This way, the pasta soaks up all those amazing flavors. Serve and garnish with vegan parmesan, fresh basil, and extra olives.

Notes

Make this recipe gluten-free by using spiralized zucchini or chickpea noodles.
Add cannellini beans for protein.
Prepare the sauce and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To serve, reheat the sauce and mix it with freshly cooked pasta.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It should keep well for up to 3 days. Reheat it gently on the stove or microwave, adding water if the sauce has thickened.

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