The sweet, tart, and rich flavor of sun-dried tomatoes are a must-try addition to your pesto! This Creamy Vegan Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto Pasta recipe is gluten-free, top 8 allergy-free, easy to whip up, and will be the star on your dinner table!
There’s something about a simple, yet flavor-packed pasta dish that always captivates the senses. The vibrant colors and shapes for the eyes, the mouth-watering aromas for the nose, of course the delectable taste for the taste buds. Also, the “common sense” of the ease and crowd-pleasing affect that pasta has on our decision making process! When we need a quick weeknight meal that will fill our family’s bellies and accommodate all dietary needs, a bag of pasta and a great homemade sauce seems like just the thing!
Pasta is a pantry staple, right? No kitchen is complete without multiple bags and boxes, always ready for that quick weeknight meal. It’s one of the first foods we gluten-free folks seek out to find a reliable (and delicious) replacement for. What would we do without our backup pasta meals in the pantry? Since (unfortunately) we’re going into the “busy season” where school starts, kids activities takeover our afternoons and nights, and the holiday season starts to creep in, it’s time to make sure our pantries are stocked up with our go-to ingredients for meals in a flash like ALDI liveGfree Organic Gluten Free Brown Rice & Quinoa Fusilli!
Finding a gluten-free pasta that’s full of flavor, sturdy, nutritious, and has the ability to deceive even the biggest gluten-eaters in the house is one of those #lifegoals we all have. This liveGfree fusilli fits all those requirements (yes, it even got the seal of approval from the big gluten-eater in my house!) Another “seal” that the entire line of ALDI liveGfree products received is the Good Housekeeping Seal, which means that each liveGfree product was evaluated and quality tested by the food and nutrition experts at the Good Housekeeping Institute, so you know it’s a product you can trust!
So, dressing up a gluten-free pasta with something that’s equally as high quality is the final key to a no-brainer weeknight dinner. Here’s where we bring in one of the most delicious and flavor-packed pestos you will ever try! Wait! Isn’t pesto “difficult”? Isn’t pesto far from vegan or allergy-free? Don’t worry! I can dispel all those myths right here, right now. No hassle, no dairy, no nuts, and no worries that everyone at the dinner table will be thoroughly pleased!
So what does this dreamy sun-dried tomato pesto include? Only 6 ingredients (not including black pepper!) Oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, hemp seeds (replacing the typical pine nuts), nooch (aka: nutritional yeast, aka: best vegan “cheese”), fresh basil leaves, some minced garlic, a rich quality olive oil, and that final dash of black pepper. Throw it all in a blender and you get the creamiest, dreamiest, richest pesto you’ve ever had! It’s so perfect for mixing into our gluten-free fusilli since the spirals just capture and hold onto all the creamy sun-dried tomato pesto goodness!
The rave reviews this sun-dried tomato pesto pasta got! It surprised even me! Regardless that the sun-dried tomato pesto is vegan or that the fusilli is gluten-free, I already know this pasta recipe needs to be committed to memory so I can whip it up for the family any night of the week! Plus, don’t you like that feeling when you come home from a busy day, but you get to end the night on a delicious note that’s deceivingly super “fancy” but actually super easy? Pesto always feels so elegant, but it’s really so simple to make! You could even make the pesto ahead of time, store it in the fridge, and add to your gluten-free pasta as needed! #Winning!
Creamy Vegan Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto Pasta
Creamy Vegan Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto Pasta (Gluten-Free, Allergy-Free)
The sweet, tart, and rich flavor of sun-dried tomatoes are a must-try addition to your pesto! This Creamy Vegan Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto Pasta recipe is gluten-free, top 8 allergy-free, easy to whip up, and will be the star on your dinner table!
- Prep Time: 3 mins
- Cook Time: 7 mins
- Total Time: 10 mins
- Yield: 4 1x
- Category: Main
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
- 8 oz of ALDI liveGfree Organic Gluten Free Brown Rice & Quinoa Fusilli
- Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto:
- 1 Cup Oil-Packed Sun-Dried Tomatoes (removed from oil)
- ½ Cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- ½ Cup Fresh Basil Leaves
- ⅓ Cup Shelled Hemp Seeds
- ⅓ Cup Nutritional Yeast
- 1 Tsp Minced Garlic
- ¼ to ½ Tsp Black Pepper
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil on the stove, add your pasta, and cook according to package directions (about 7-8 minutes). Drain and add back to the pot.
- While the pasta is cooking, combine all pesto ingredients in a blender or food processor and blend until creamy smooth (add additional oil if needed).
- With the cooked pasta back in the pot, add the finished pesto right in with the pasta and mix well to combine.
- Serve with a sprinkle of dried parsley or basil if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
Who’s ready for dinner? No matter what time of day you’re reading this post, I want you to stop, drop all things, head to your nearest ALDI, pick up some liveGfree gluten-free fusilli and your sun-dried tomato pesto ingredients, and make this creamy vegan sun-dried tomato pesto pasta for your next meal! Serve it warm or even cold as leftovers (leftover lover’s unite!) this is a no-fail, easy, nutritious recipe EVERYONE will love! Wholesome carbs (brown rice and quinoa pasta), protein (nutritional yeast, hemp seeds, and the quinoa in the pasta!), and heart healthy fats (hello, olive oil and hemp seeds!) Healthy pasta too? Crazy how simple food can be the best food for us, eh?
So tell me:
+ Do you have a favorite non-traditional pesto add-in?
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Sheila
Yes, pasta is definitely a pantry staple. Would love to try these ALDI liveGfree Organic Pasta. I believe this is healthier. Hope they’re available locally.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
What? Not sure what you’re referring to.
Vad Davis
We have quite a few food intolerances so often go for vegan recipes. I love the sound of this recipe, it looks yummy! Never thought of adding yeast before. YUM! Yvadney
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
This is nutritional yeast (vegan cheesy, nutty flavor). It’s not baking yeast.
Alyssa | Flaxseeds & Fairytales
This looks delicious! I have a gluten allergy and am always looking for new gf pasta dishes to try. Thanks for sharing!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
I hope you enjoy this one!
Debrashoppeno5
This sounds so tasty and easy. Thank you for sharing!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Totally is; thanks, Debra!
Karla | KarlaTravels
Just reading this recipe made me drool!
It looks quite easy to make and love the ingredients that are all a healthier version than the originals!
I’ll give it a go. 😉
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Exactly! I hope you do! It’s a great weeknight meal!
Hannah DeYoung
Drooling, great vegan / gf recipe!!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thanks, Hannah!
Sues
Something tells me I’d be wanting to put that sauce on everything! It looks and sounds delicious!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
I totally support keeping a jar of this pesto on hand 😉
ashley manila
Yes!!! This looks so delicious and perfect for dinner!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
It is one great meal!
Cortney
My mouth is watering just reading this
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Haha, great!
Cara
Sounds delicious!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thanks, Cara!
Neil
I am trying to move to a more vegan friendly diet and this looks really great. I will have to give it a try! 🙂
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
It will be a great dinner option to have!
Carolyn
I’m one of pesto’s biggest fans, so I can’t wait to try this recipe!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Awesome! Let me know what you think of this one!
AnnaSzenasi.com
This looks so mouth-watering, I’ll definitely try it😍
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Haha, well thank you! I hope you do, let me know!
Julie Caron
That looks great. We’re vegetarian in our house so new pasta dishes are always popular.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
I hope you whip some up and enjoy then!
Renu
Such a delicious looking pasta…loved it and bookmarked it
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Aw, thank you; enjoy!
Maria
This really does look like a pasta dish anyone would love! Sun dried tomatoes are such a perfect ingredient. Thank you for sharing 🙂
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
O yes! They should be a flavor-enhancing staple in any kitchen!
dani
looks really delicious and gluten free. =)
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Lol, yes.
Kelsie
This sounds so amazing!! I love anything with pesto too!!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Pesto is always such a great option to have!
Liz @ The Lemon Bowl
This looks so delicious! I love that it is also vegan 🙂
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
It’s a standout vegan pesto!
Erika
I love pasta especially if it’s gluten free!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Do you have celiac disease? 🙂
Dorothy Berry-Lound
This gets a big yes from me – fabby recipe can’t wait to try it.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
It is such a crowd-pleaser!
adriana
This looks amazing! What a great dinner idea – definitely need to try it out!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
I hope you do, Adriana.
Rosie Doal
This looks so yum. What a summery recipe. Thanks for sharing
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Sure, thanks!
Jay | Life of Creed
Omg, this looks delicious! I know what’s for dinner tonight. Thanks for sharing this recipe.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Awesome! Let me know how it comes out for you 🙂
La Shell
This looks so lovely! Hubby and I love pasta but we hardly ever get it right when making it ourselves. Will be sure to try this one!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Haha, well this is an easy one to master!
Lesley (makemeupblogs)
I love a good pasta recipe, and I can’t wait to try this one out!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
I hope you do then!
Cristina - Memories of the Pacific
Yummy! My husband and I eat pasta once a week and we are always looking for new recipes to try different things. We are definitely going to try this.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
This recipe sure will change it up!
Jane Davidson | Typically Jane
Omg girl! This looks amazing! I literally just ate dinner and I’m ready to make second dinner now. LOL
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Hmmm, “midnight snack” perhaps 😉 Haha!
Kristin
This looks amazing! I’m always looking for solid recommendations on GF pastas…I haven’t tried this brand yet. Thanks!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
This ALDI pasta won’t let you down!
Leslie
Your description of this dish had me drooling! The tomato pesto is such a fresh flavor to make this perfect for summer.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
I think it’s a perfect end of summer, early Fall meal!
Kathryn
Always looking for recipes that are healthy, quick and easy to cook for the weekdays, when you are very short on time. definitely will be making this soon. Thanks for sharing.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
And this pasta totally fits the bill! You can even have the pesto made ahead of time!
Monica
My boyfriend will fall in love with this recipe! I love it too, we are huge pasta fans! And this combo sounds amazing! It looks SO delicious! I wanna eat the screen! 💗
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Haha, well that’s what I like to hear! Let me know if you do give it a go!
Emily
My boyfriend and I trying to find some more vegan meals and we definitely need to try out this recipe! I LOVE pasta and this looks so delicious.
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Yes! And you can never go wrong with yummy pasta!
Megan
I’m always looking for vegan-friendly recipes for friends with dietary restrictions, that will still taste great for everyone else – this fits the bill! Can’t wait to try it!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
O yes! This pasta will be a winner ALL around! No one will know it’s free-from!
Leigh Suznovich
Love sun-dried tomato pesto is the best, love this version!! Fantastic looking dinner :-).
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thank you, Leigh!
Kristi McAllister
Okay, first, I’ve been gluten free for 9 years now and Aldi is the bomb-diggity when it comes to GF products! I only use this pasta and I really like the olive oil and rosemary crackers too! Anyway, enough of that! I’m always looking for new GF recipes, so I appreciate posts like this! Thanks for sharing! Pinning for later!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Ah, well then I know you are going to love this new pesto recipe for your pasta!
Annaliese
I gotta be honest I’m not a huge pesto person but this actually looks really good!! What a fun recipe- I’m always looking for easy pastas to make!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Well this is not your typical green pesto! The flavors here are amazing!
Neely Moldovan
Yep making this, this week! I love pasta dishes and although I am not vegan I am interested in this
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
It pleased the non-vegans in our house!
Erica R Valentin
Wow that looks amazing! I’m always up for a healthy recipe…especially pasta1
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Pasta dinners never let us down!
joanna
I love pasta but I am always scared to use sun dried tomatoes in case it is too oily. Any suggestions?
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
What?
Jen
I love a good gluten-free pasta…like you said, a good one that can deceive the gluten-free eaters is awesome!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
I always know I have a winner when my non-celiac brother approves!
Andrea
Omg this got me drooling! Looks amazing!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thanks, Andrea!
Julie Ap
We love any meal we can do on the stovetop in the summer and this looks delicious! I think I have my dinner plans covered for tonight!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Well then you are in for some delicious eats!
This is a Sham
My stomach is growling just looking at these. I can almost taste it!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Haha, well I hope you make some then!
Jenni Bourque
This pasta looks delicious!!!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
Thank you, Jenni!