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April 29, 2025
14 Ingredients
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Made vegan with a soy-based ricotta, this hearty baked spaghetti is so rich and creamy, no one will know it's dairy-free. The recipe is a Yummly original created by Sara Mellas.


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Vegan Baked Spaghetti
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 375°F.
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Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. Set aside.
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Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add a generous pinch of salt. Once boiling, add the spaghetti to the water and cook, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is al dente, 9-10 minutes. Drain the pasta in a large colander, and rinse thoroughly with cold water. While the pasta cooks, prepare the tofu ricotta.
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Place the tofu, olive oil, lemon juice, nutritional yeast, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning into the bowl of a food processor or blender. Process on high until very smooth, 2-3 minutes. Adjust olive oil and seasonings to desired consistency and taste.
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Return the drained spaghetti to the pot. Add the marinara sauce and stir to thoroughly coat the noodles.
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Transfer half of the sauced pasta to the prepared baking dish. Drop the tofu mixture by spoonfuls over the spaghetti, and gently spread it into an even layer. Top with the remaining noodles. Spoon remaining marinara sauce over the dish.
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Cover the baking dish with a sheet of aluminum foil.
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Bake the spaghetti on middle rack of oven for 40 minutes.
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Remove the aluminum foil and continue baking until the dish is heated through, about 10 minutes.
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Check to see that pasta is done. Remove from oven or add time as needed.
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Allow the spaghetti to rest for 20 minutes before serving. If you like, serve the spaghetti with vegan mozzarella cheese and fresh basil leaves.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Tofu Ricotta Magic 🧀Press and drain firm tofu for at least 30 minutes before blending to achieve a creamy, authentic ricotta-like texture that mimics traditional dairy cheese.
- Layering Technique 🥘Create alternating layers of spaghetti, marinara sauce, and vegan mozzarella to ensure even distribution of flavors and a perfectly balanced bite in every serving.
- Nutritional Yeast Boost 🌱Sprinkle nutritional yeast generously between layers for a rich, cheesy umami flavor that enhances the overall depth of the dish without using traditional dairy.
- Al Dente Pasta Trick 🍝Undercook the spaghetti by 2-3 minutes before baking, as it will continue to absorb sauce and soften during the baking process, preventing mushy texture.
- Fresh Herb Finale 🌿Garnish with fresh basil leaves immediately before serving to add a bright, aromatic finish that elevates the entire dish's flavor profile.
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Recipe Facts
Diet at a Glance
Vegetarian
Low-Cholesterol
Low Fat
My Calorie Intake
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Nutrition Per Serving
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Allergen Analysis
Lactose Free
Fish Free
Shellfish Free
Treenuts Free
Peanuts Free
Sesame Free
5 Allergens Identified
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