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 Top 10 Vegetarian Pasta Recipes
  Last Updated : Aug 27,2019






 

 

Top 10 Vegetarian Pasta Recipes

Of all the international cuisines that Indian people have been exposed to in the past few years, pizzas and pasta have seen a stellar rise in popularity! Pasta is enjoyed so much by Indians that it is now common to see local restaurants offering various pasta dishes on their menu, and children carrying pasta in their snack boxes!

So, what exactly is pasta? Pasta is one of the staple foods of the Italians. Italians love their plates of pasta. There are innumerable types of pasta available and each can be prepared in countless ways, to create delightful Pasta Treats. Cooked and tossed in sauces, along with other ingredients like exotic veggies, herbs other seasonings. 

Different shaped pasta cooked in a creamy white sauce, a tangy tomato sauce, or some delightful herby variant. You can mix-and-match various sauces and ingredients, to create different varieties. A pasta dish can also be a convenient one-dish meal, as you will realize upon trying, so start cooking!

Try your hands on creating some amazing pasta dishes from our collection.

The Che-Mato Pasta is a delicious one-dish meal that you can have as an evening snack or even for supper. To create a sumptuous meal, serve them with warm garlic bread or any artisanal bread.

Nowadays, whole wheat pasta is also available in the market. Try this Whole wheat tomato pasta whose calorie count is converted into this "96 calories (per serving), high fibre version"

Pasta in Red Sauce is a medley of flavours, the combination of tangy tomatoes along with some veggies and herb is surely a heavenly match. Nowadays, a new combination of pasta sauce is available made by mixing red and white sauce, try this Herbed Fusilli in Pink Sauce which is really easy to prepare and tastes delicious. 

Pav Bhaji an all-time favourite dish of Indians crosses paths with a popular Italian dish, the result is this fascinating Baked Pav Bhaji Pasta. Serve this pasta with a bowl of hot soup and Ladi pav garlic bread. 

Salads are often light on the stomach. To make it a full meal, you can add some boiled pasta. Enjoy this wholesome Pasta and Vegetable salad, perked up with a herby tomato salsa, that gives the dish a real boost!

Cheesy Pasta with Vegetables is the cheesiest variant of pasta you would have ever tried. The vegetables give a crunchy bite and colourful appearance to the dish. 

Another authentic Italian sauce is Pesto, made using a handful of ingredients, this sauce has an earthy flavour.  Creamy Pesto Pasta is a good option for lunch, as it stays good in the tiffin box for at least 4 hours.

Pasta can be even used to make some crispy appetizers like these Pasta Cheese Balls. Turn your leftover pasta into this cheesy snack and serve it in your next party! They can even be made into Pasta Twists, a yummy jar snack which is favourite among kids.

top 10 vegetarian pasta recipes

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 by Tarla Dalal
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red sauce pasta recipe | pasta in red sauce | Indian style red sauce pasta | pasta in arrabbiata sauce | with 40 amazing images Red Sauce Pasta is a perfectly-cooked pasta in a richly flavoured tomato sauce come across as a heavenly match. We have converted this pasta in red sauce to make it a bit of Indian style red sauce pasta. An assortment of ingredients ranging from onions and garlic to peppercorns, herbs and bay leaves offer their unique flavours to this intense tomato-based sauce, making the Pasta in Red Sauce an experience that will remain in your memory forever The procedure of making red sauce pasta is a little long yet the outcome is amazing. All you need to do is heat olive oil in a non stick pan, add bayleaves and peppercorns. Further, add onions and garlic. You can increase the quantity of garlic if you like your pasta garlicky. Next, add capsicum sauté and add tomatoes. Once the tomatoes are cooked, discard bayleaf. Finally add tomato purée, tomato ketchup, oregano, chilli flakes and sugar to balance the tang of tomatoes. Add cream and cook for 2 mins and lastly add cooked fusilli. Toss it and cook it for few minutes and your Indian style red sauce pasta is ready!! Garnish pasta in red sauce with fresh cream and cheese. My kids love having Red Sauce Pasta with loads of freshly made homemade garlic bread. To accompany your Red Sauce Pasta we have a wide collection of Italian recipes from soups, salads, breads and more, like a Roman Style Pumpkin Soup, Three Bean Salad, Onion and Thyme Focaccia, Zucchini Tomato and Mozzarella Caprese, Creamy Mushroom Risotto. Enjoy how to make red sauce pasta recipe | pasta in red sauce | Indian style red sauce pasta | pasta in arrabbiata sauce | with detailed step by step photos and video below.
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white sauce pasta recipe | Indian style white sauce pasta | pasta in white sauce | with 30 amazing images. White sauce is the main ingredient in making white sauce pasta. White sauce is one of the mother sauces which is made using butter, milk and flour. It has a creamy, silky and smooth texture and bonuses with soothing flavor, it is not just perfectly cooked and combined with fusilli but also with colourful and crunchy veggies in White Sauce Pasta. Here we have an extremely creamy, cheesy and luscious recipe which will definitely give you a roller coaster ride of tastefulness that is white sauce pasta. Pasta in White Sauce is a quick recipe with colourful vegetables like capsicums, vibrant broccoli and crunchy baby corn which is is pretty to behold and tempting to bite into. We can promise that this is the quickest Indian style white sauce pasta as the veggies and the sauce is prepared in the same pan which would also help in not creating a mess of vessels.To make pasta in white sauce, combine the milk, plain flour and salt in a deep bowl and whisk well till no lumps remain. Keep aside. Next, heat the butter in a broad non-stick pan, add the garlic which would add superb flavors of our white sauce pasta.Add the yellow, green and red capsicum and zucchini.Further, add the broccoli and baby corn. Add the milk-plain flour mixture, chilli flakes, mixed herbs, cheese and little salt, mix well and cook on a medium flame for 2 minutes, while stirring continuously. Add the fusilli, mix well and cook on a medium flame for 1 to 2 minutes, while tossing gently. Serve white sauce pasta immediately with garlic bread. This is also an amazing way of adding vegetables to your kiddo's meal. Kids usually love this recipe so you can make it for your kids as an evening snack. white sauce pasta is wonderfully flavoured with spices and herb and is a real delight to devour with some homemade Garlic Bread Enjoy white sauce pasta recipe | Indian style white sauce pasta | pasta in white sauce | with detailed step by step photos and video below.
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 by Tarla Dalal
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easy cheesy vegetable pasta recipe | Indian style cheesy penne pasta | cheesy white sauce pasta| with 28 amazing images. easy cheesy vegetable pasta is a simple and delicious pasta recipe that is perfect for a quick weeknight meal. Learn how to make easy cheesy vegetable pasta recipe | Indian style cheesy penne pasta | cheesy white sauce pasta | Indulge in a comforting and flavorful dish with this cheesy vegetable pasta recipe. This Indian style cheesy penne pasta is a quick 30 minute recipe where the sauce and the veggies are cooked in the same pan. It's a great way to incorporate a variety of vegetables into your diet, while satisfying your cheesy cravings. The base is a creamy béchamel sauce mixed with cheese that coats the veggies and pasta. béchamel sauce or white sauce is a simple sauce made usually with butter, flour and milk. The creamy sauce, loaded with vibrant vegetables and melted cheese, is sure to satisfy your cravings. pro tips to make easy cheesy vegetable pasta: 1. Sautéing vegetables adds a smoky, caramelized flavor that takes your pasta to the next level. 2. You can add a splash of fresh cream that can make your sauce extra creamy and rich. 3. Experiment with different cheese like mozzarella or cheddar to make this recipe. Enjoy easy cheesy vegetable pasta recipe | Indian style cheesy penne pasta | with detailed step by step photos.
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 by Tarla Dalal
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whole wheat pasta in tomato sauce recipe | whole wheat penne in fresh tomato sauce | healthy pasta for weight loss | whole wheat pasta Indian style | with 35 amazing images. whole wheat pasta in tomato sauce recipe | whole wheat penne in fresh tomato sauce | healthy pasta for weight loss | whole wheat pasta Indian style is a healthier version of Italian pasta. Learn how to make whole wheat pasta Indian style. To make whole wheat pasta in tomato sauce, first make the tomato sauce. For that heat the olive oil in a broad non-stick pan, add the garlic and sauté on a medium flame for a few seconds. Add the onions and sauté on a medium flame for 1 minute. Add the fresh tomato pulp, sugar, chilli powder and salt, mix well and cook on a medium flame for 2 to 3 minutes, while stirring occasionally. Add the cornflour-water mixture and milk, mix well and cook on a medium flame for 1 to 2 minutes, while stirring occasionally. Keep aside. Then heat the oil in a broad non-stick pan, add the garlic and oregano and sauté on a medium flame for a few seconds. Add the capsicum, sweet corn kernels and chilli flakes, mix well and sauté on a medium flame for 1 minute. Add the pasta and salt, mix well and cook on a medium flame for another 1 to 2 minutes, while stirring occasionally. Add the tomato sauce, mix well and cook on a medium flame for 1 to 2 more minutes, while stirring occasionally. Serve immediately. Whole wheat pasta, savour this healthy Italian delicacy, which is also a rich source of protein and fibre! The Italian diet which is known for its high-calorie pasta preparations and its cheesy sauces has been converted into this healthier version - whole wheat penne in fresh tomato sauce. As the name suggests, whole wheat pasta has been used instead of refined plain flour pasta, mixed with a scrumptious tomato sauce and loads of veggies that you’ll surely love. Thus this healthy pasta for weight loss is can also be enjoyed by diabetics (without sweet corn) and heart patients in small quantities. We suggest half serving of this pasta occasionally as moderation is the key to healthy living. This whole wheat pasta Indian style also adds in a dose of antioxidants by way of tomatoes and capsicum. These antioxidants help reduce inflammation in the body. The use of olive oil is another step towards making this pasta healthy. Olive oil is rich in MUFA (mono unsaturated fatty acids) which helps strengthen the heart. Tips for whole wheat pasta in tomato sauce. 1. You can make the tomato sauce and boil the pasta in advance, but assemble to make this pasta dish just before serving. 2. Ensure not to over cook the pasta. 3. You can also add other nutri-dense veggies like blanched broccoli and mushrooms. Enjoy whole wheat pasta in tomato sauce recipe | whole wheat penne in fresh tomato sauce | healthy pasta for weight loss | whole wheat pasta Indian style | with step by step photos.
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 by Tarla Dalal
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Use of whole-wheat pasta and lots of vegetables is the specialty of this fibre rich dish. The milk and the cheese in the sauce enriches it with the much-needed calcium for growing kids.
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 by Tarla Dalal
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The Che-Mato Pasta is a delicious one-dish meal that you can have as an evening snack or even for supper. You may add more vegetables like grated carrots, cabbage, beans, etc. Along with the capsicum. The tomato puree gives a tangy touch, while the grated cheese makes it quite filling. Che-Mato Pasta pairs well with Toasted Triangles or Caraway Seed Toast .
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 by Tarla Dalal
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Rich in vitamin a, protein and fibre pasta is always a hit with children, and they will enjoy this tempting curried beans concoction.
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pasta in tomato sauce recipe | Indian style pasta in tomato sauce | veg pasta in red sauce for kids tiffin | with 14 amazing images. Pasta in Tomato Sauce recipe is pasta combined with homemade fresh tomato pulp, tomato ketchup, herbs and spring onions. This is so delicious that it retains its strong aroma and flavour for over four hours and perfect pasta in tomato sauce for tiffin. We have innovated the Veg Pasta in Tomato Sauce so that when prepared properly, can be comfortably packed for tiffin. So yes, pasta can be enjoyed in your kids tiffin box. Ours is an Indian style pasta in tomato sauce recipe. How do you serve Pasta in Tomato Sauce? You can serve it immediately or you can pack it in a tiffin box. First cool the veg pasta in red sauce completely and then put it in an airtight container or your dabba and sprinkle some cheese on top. Close the lid and your kids tiffin box is ready. Notes on pasta in tomato sauce. 1. For boiling the fusilli pasta perfectly for Pasta In Tomato Sauce, boil enough water in a large pan. If you use a small pan, the pasta will clump together on boiling. 2. Once the water boils vigorously, add salt to taste. The salt will season the fusilli pasta as they cook, which will give you flavorful pasta. Also, the water when tasted should taste like sea water. 3. Transfer to a bowl of cold water or refresh under running water to prevent over cooking. 4.To make the pasta in red sauce more nutritious, add veggies to it. 5. Add the fresh cream. This gives a creamy and rich flavour to the Pasta In Tomato Sauce recipe. My kids and the entire family love Pasta in Tomato Sauce with some homemade Garlic Bread for dinner. Enjoy how to make pasta in tomato sauce recipe | Indian style pasta in tomato sauce | veg pasta in red sauce for kids tiffin | with detailed step by step photos and video below.
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pasta and vegetable salad recipe | easy Indian pasta salad with veggies | marinated pasta salad | zero oil whole wheat pasta vegetable salad | with 30 amazing images. pasta and vegetable salad recipe | easy Indian pasta salad with veggies | marinated pasta salad | zero oil whole wheat pasta vegetable salad is a flavourful way of enjoying whole wheat pasta minus the excess calories. Learn how to make easy Indian pasta salad with veggies. To make pasta and vegetable salad, first make the salsa. For that, combine all the ingredients in a bowl and mix well while mashing with the back of a spoon. Keep aside. Combine all the ingredients in a deep bowl and mix gently. Put the salsa and toss well. Refrigerate for ½ hour and serve chilled. If you thought pasta dishes are always loaded with calories, due to cheese and white sauce commonly used in their preparation, have a look at this zero oil whole wheat pasta vegetable salad – and you will change your mind. Here, a minimal amount of whole wheat pasta is prepared as a marinated pasta salad along with crunchy and colourful veggies, which not only contribute antioxidants and fibre, but also team up well with the pasta to improve the overall texture and flavour. Interestingly, the zero oil whole wheat pasta vegetable salad is not drowned in an oily or creamy dressing; instead it is perked up with a herby tomato salsa, which gives the dish a real boost! Thus this salad can be enjoyed as an occasional treat by health conscious people. Serve with Hearty Red Lentil Soup and Suran Chana Dal Tikkis. Tips for pasta and vegetable salad. 1. Cook the pasta a la dente i.e. till the pasta is cooked but firm to bite into. 2. Tomato cubes can be replaced with capsicum cubes. 3. Remember to chop the tomatoes finely for the salsa. The water that oozes out after refrigerating the salsa is a great flavour enhancer. Enjoy pasta and vegetable salad recipe | easy Indian pasta salad with veggies | marinated pasta salad | zero oil whole wheat pasta vegetable salad | with step by step photos.
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healthy kids vegetable pasta recipe | veggie packed pasta for kids | kid friendly veg pasta | Indian style white pasta for kids | with 27 amazing images. Reflecting their unbounded imagination and energy, kids generally favour all things bright and colourful! And that’s just what this nutritious Healthy Kids Vegetable Pasta aspires to be. Loaded with yummy and colourful veggies like capsicum, carrots and tomatoes, this tasty Kids Vegetable Pasta sits pretty and colourful on the table, sure to attract your kids. You can rest assured that the assortment of veggies will push up not just the taste of the veggie packed pasta for kids, but also the day’s reading in the nutrient meter! Whole wheat pasta and veggies, with just the right amount of cheese to make it lusciously tasty, this Healthy Kids Veg Pasta is a good choice to cook for your kids when they return from school. Aside from Healthy Kids Veg Pasta, you can also try our collection of kids veg pasta recipes like Mac‘n’Cheese or Macaroni Hot Pot. Enjoy how to make healthy kids vegetable pasta recipe | veggie packed pasta for kids | kid friendly veg pasta | Indian style white pasta for kids | recipe with detailed step by step photos below.
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