Vegan Cajun Pasta

5 from 8 votes

Healthy, creamy, flavorful, and easy, this vegan cajun pasta brings the spices and flavors of the traditional with a vegan twist! Whole wheat penne pasta is paired with a creamy cajun sauce and chunks of tofu for added protein. It's a hearty complete meal!

Prep Time20

Cook Time20

Total Time40

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Diet: Vegan, Vegetarian

Servings:

Calories: 360kcal

Author: Alison Corey

Equipment

Ingredients

Cajun Seasoning

2 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon thyme
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
¼ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon salt

Pasta and Sauce

16 ounce whole wheat penne pasta
14 ounces extra firm tofu drained and pressed
1 small red onion finely diced
2 cloves garlic minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
15 ounces fire roasted tomatoes
15 ounces coconut milk
2 tablespoon parsley roughly chopped

Instructions

Press tofu using a tofu press or placing paper towels around the tofu block, and placing a heavy pan on top. Press for about 20 minutes. While tofu is pressing, dice the onion, and mince the garlic cloves. When tofu is ready, cut into cubes.
Cook pasta according to package directions.
While pasta is cooking add olive oil to a large sauté pan over medium heat. Add the diced onion, and minced garlic. Sauté for 3 minutes or until onions become translucent.
Add the pressed tofu cubes to the pan. Sprinkle the Cajun seasoning on top of the tofu. Gently toss the tofu in the pan until the spices evenly coat the tofu. Cook for 5 minutes.
Add the fire-roasted tomatoes and coconut milk. Stir it all together. Bring to a boil. Then reduce the heat.
Drain pasta, and add it back to the large pot. Pour the cajun sauce over the pasta, and gently stir it all together until the pasta is evenly coated with the sauce.
Sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley, and serve!

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Notes

Tips for Making Vegan Cajun Pasta

All types of pasta are different and require a slightly different cooking time. Be sure to review your package instructions for the best results. An al denté bite is best!
Add any of your favorite vegetables to this recipe. Mushrooms, bell peppers, and leaf spinach would all be excellent additions.
Keep in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Use gluten-free pasta to make this recipe gluten-free.
If you have a Cajun spice blend, use 2 tablespoons instead of the measurement of the spices in the recipe card.
Use Vegan sausage instead of tofu for a more authentic flavor.

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