Vegan Sausage Pasta with Broccoli Rabe

By Suzanne Anderson June 1, 2023 27 mins read 73 Views

This Vegan Sausage Pasta contains vegan Italian sausages, broccoli rabe and classic Italian seasonings to highlight the flavors of the dish. This pasta dish is made with only 8 ingredients!

My family and I ate broccoli rabe regularly as we grew up in New Jersey. My parents adapted this recipe after I became vegan. This vegan sausage pasta is the result. When I lived at home, we ate this pasta almost every week. It makes me happy to make it with Jasmine on the West Coast. This is one of the classic vegan comfort foods that are easy to make.

Ingredients you'll need

Broccoli Rabe: Also known as Rapini, the leafy, green vegetable has thin, long stems and small, broccoli-like florets. It is a cruciferous vegetable that is often found in Italian cooking. You can find it in the produce section at the supermarket. It is abundant from fall to spring.
PastaTraditionally broccoli rabe pasta and vegan sausage is made with orecchiette, but you can use any size or shape of pasta. You can use any pasta that you like. We chose rigatoni but feel free to use what you have. If you're looking to enjoy the taste of fresh pasta, try our Authentic Vegan Pasta.
Plant based sausage:We strongly recommend using Beyond Meat Hot Italian Sausage. It gave the spicy vegan sausage pasta a great flavor. You can substitute Beyond Sausage for other Italian-style sausages or vegan crumbles such as Gardein and Field Roast if you do not have access to Beyond Sausage. If you can, a homemade vegan sausage recipe is also great!
AromaticsWe made this recipe of vegan pasta simple by using garlic cloves, thinly-sliced shallots, sun-dried tomato, and red pepper flakes. This created the perfect base for the pasta's flavor - we didn't even need to add any extra sauce.
Vegan Parmesan:Whilst optional, we like to sprinkle the final dish with either homemade or store bought vegan parmesan. Try our Homemade Vegan Parmesan Recipe while you are at it if you have nutritional yeast, raw cashews and garlic powder on hand.

Equipment Required

Large pot
Large saute pan or skillet non-stick
Bowl for an Ice Bath

How to make vegan sausage pasta

Blanch the broccoli. Bring salted water up to a rolling boil and then add the broccoli rabe. Cook for 1 minute. Drain the broccoli and immediately place it in an ice bath. After 1 minute, transfer the broccoli rabe to a cutting surface. Chop the broccoli rabe into bite-sized chunks and set aside.
Cook the pasta. Add the pasta to boiling water in a second pot. Follow the instructions on the package or cook until it is al dente. Drain without rinsing.
Brown the vegan sausage. In a large, hot skillet or pan add the sausage slices and cook until they are golden brown. Remove the sausages from the pan once they are ready.
Cook the aromatics. In the same pan cook the shallots and garlic cloves until translucent and fragrant in the oil leftover from the vegan sausage. Stirring often will prevent burning. Add the red pepper flake and cook for another minute.
Add the rest of the pasta ingredients. Add the sun-dried tomato, vegan sausage and blanched broccoli. Mix everything together, and season to taste with salt.
Serve. Serve.

Serving Suggestions

This meal is perfect for date nights, quick meals, or meal preparation. This meal is filling and can be eaten on its own. However, it pairs well with a variety of vegan sides dishes, as do most of our Vegan Pasta Recipes.

Try it with our Vegan Garlic Bread, or with a slice No Knead Bread and a generous amount of vegan butter. If you want something lighter, try our Brussels Sprouts Caesar Salad or Vegan Cobb Salad.

Storage Instructions

In the fridge, leftover pasta can be stored in an airtight container for up to five days. Allow the pasta to cool down completely before storing. This will prevent condensation from forming inside the container, and warm up the interior.

Recipe FAQs

Can I make pasta gluten-free?

Absolutely! Double-check to make sure the vegan sausage is gluten-free-friendly. Beyond Sausage is gluten-free by nature, but it's not true for all varieties. Always double-check.

Can I add pasta sauce to a recipe?

This dish is made without the traditional sauces, as we believe it enhances the flavor of the pasta. The vegan Beyond Meat Sausage adds a lot of flavor. You can add any pasta sauce you like. If you are looking for vegan options, try our Roasted Red Pepper Pasta Sauce or Easy Homemade Marinara Sauce.

What can I use in place of broccoli rabe?

If you can't get broccoli rabe in your local grocery store or don't own any, you can substitute it with fresh kale or regular broccoli florets.

How do you trim broccoli rabe ends?

We recommend removing the entire light-colored leaf as well as the lower 1-inch of stems. Check out this video tutorial for How to Clean Broccoli Rabe if you're a visual learner.

Other Recipes with Vegan Sausage that You Might Enjoy:

Easy Vegan Stuffing With Sausage - A twist on classic stuffing, made with vegan sausages and buttermilk biscuits.
Savory oatmeal with vegetables and sausage - If you have never tried savory oatmeal before, you will love this recipe. It is loaded with ingredients that are plant-based.
The Best Vegan Lasagna is a delicious lasagna that's just as meaty as the classic Italian pasta bake.
Vegan Arroz Valenciana - a hearty, sticky filipino rice dish similar to paella.
Vegan Sheet Pan Pasta is a pasta dish that can be prepared in under 45 minutes.

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Vegan Sausage Pasta Recipe with Broccoli Rabe

Chris @ Simple Vegan Author
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 4 large servings

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Description

This Vegan Sausage Pasta contains vegan Italian sausages, broccoli rabe and classic Italian seasonings to highlight the flavors of the dish. This pasta dish is made with only 8 ingredients!

Ingredients

1 bunch broccoli rabe* (see notes).
16 oz. Pasta of your choice. (Gluten-free if needed)
3 plant based sausages, sliced into rounds (we used Beyond Meat Hot Italian Sausage).
Finely minced 4 cloves (four) of garlic.
1 shallot sliced thin
7 Sun-dried tomatoes in Oil, Roughly Chop
1/4 teaspoon Red pepper flakes or to taste
To taste: salt and pepper
1/4 cup fresh minced parsley
Optional: 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese shredded (we used Violife, but you can use homemade).

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Instructions

Remove the leaves and the bottom part of the stems.
Bring a large pan of water to the boil. Prepare an ice-water bath in a large, bowl.
Blanch the broccoli rabe in boiling water for 1 minute. Drain the broccoli and add it immediately to the ice water for one minute. Drain the broccoli rabe and place it on a cutting board. Cut the stems in small pieces and place aside.
Prepare pasta as per the package instructions. Bring a medium pot of water back to a boil. Drain but do not rinse.
Add the vegan sausages to a separate pan and cook them until they are caramelized and brown. Remove the sausages from the pan. Garlic and shallots can be sauteed in the remaining oil in the pan. Add the red pepper flakes and cook for another minute, stirring frequently.
Add the cooked pasta, sun-dried tomatos, vegan sausage, and broccoli rabe. Mix all ingredients until well combined. Add salt and pepper according to your taste.
Stirring often, allow the mixture to continue cooking on low heat for another minute or so until it is thoroughly warmed.
Serve with generous amounts of vegan parmesan and parsley. Enjoy!

Notes

Avoid broccoli rabe that has yellow flowers or leaves. As the florets age, they turn yellow. This is a sign that broccoli rabe has past its prime.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Italian, Pasta, Entree
Method: Stove Top
Cuisine: Vegan

Keywords: pasta, Italian, broccoli rabe, vegan, sausage, entree, dinner, valentine's day

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Title: Vegan Sausage Pasta with Broccoli Rabe
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Published Date: Thu, 01 Jun 2023 17:00:00 +0000

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