25 plant-based recipes
Explore CuisineSavvy recipes and articles tagged Italian.
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Golden and gloriously silky, this Neapolitan-style pasta wraps every tube of ditalini in a velvety butternut squash sauce that is sweet, savoury, and deeply comforting. A scattering of optional plant-based parmesan adds a salty, umami finish. It comes together in half an hour and is exactly the kind of bowl you want on a cool weeknight.
HealthScore 78
Silky ribbons of pasta cloaked in a golden, velvety butternut squash cream, finished with a generous cloud of cashew burrata and a shower of toasted pistachio granules — this is autumn comfort at its most elegant. It comes together in under 30 minutes and looks genuinely stunning on the plate. A brilliant weeknight centrepiece that satisfies without heaviness.
HealthScore 83
Golden ribbons of handmade tagliatelle, tinted and flavoured with sweet butternut squash, toss beautifully with a light sage-butter-style sauce made from olive oil and fresh herbs. The pasta is silky, subtly sweet and satisfying in a way that feels both rustic and elegant. A stunning centrepiece for an autumn Sunday lunch.
HealthScore 72
Golden ribbons of tagliatelle tossed with sweet, silky butternut squash, fragrant rosemary and crispy smoked tofu that shatters like the best pancetta — this is autumn comfort food at its most inviting. The contrast of caramelised squash and savoury, smoky bites makes every forkful deeply satisfying. It comes together in under 30 minutes, making it an ideal weeknight supper.
HealthScore 79
Deeply savoury and gloriously jewel-toned, this Sicilian classic layers tender fried aubergine, briny olives, sweet-sour agrodolce and fragrant basil into something far greater than the sum of its parts. It is one of those dishes that genuinely improves overnight, making it the ideal prepare-ahead centrepiece or antipasto for a summer spread.
HealthScore 83
A deeply savoury Italian soup built on golden soffritto, sweet peeled tomatoes and tender chickpeas, finished with a glug of grassy extra-virgin olive oil — hearty enough for a midweek supper yet quietly elegant. Partially blending half the chickpeas gives the broth a silky, voluptuous body without a drop of cream. Serve it over fluffy pilau rice on a cool evening for a bowlful that genuinely satisfies.
HealthScore 84
Glossy, charred tenderstem broccoli tossed with crisp golden garlic and jewel-bright slices of fresh red chilli — this is a side dish that earns its place at the table. The stems stay tender with just enough bite, and the fruity heat of the chilli cuts beautifully through the richness of the olive oil. Ready in under fifteen minutes, it is brilliant alongside pasta or a grain bowl.
HealthScore 85
Pillowy handmade pasta parcels filled with creamy cashew ricotta, vibrant wilted spinach, and a whisper of nutmeg — this is Italian comfort food at its most inviting. The filling stays delicately green against the golden dough, making it as beautiful to look at as it is satisfying to eat. Lovely as a weekend lunch or an elegant weeknight supper paired with a crisp Pinot Grigio.
HealthScore 73
A glossy, golden sage butter coats pillowy vegan ravioli and heaps of wilted baby spinach in this quick Italian-inspired skillet dish — the kind of weeknight dinner that looks and tastes far more indulgent than it has any right to. Starchy pasta water emulsifies with the butter into a sauce that clings to every fold, whilst crisp sage leaves add a whisper of herbal crunch. Serve straight from the pan with a generous grating of vegan Parmesan-style cheese.
HealthScore 72
A vibrant, glossy risotto of slow-cooked Carnaroli rice in rich tomato passata, crowned with golden frizzled red onion and torn fresh basil — deeply savoury, silky, and arrestingly red on the plate. It is as satisfying and nourishing as any classic Italian primo, made entirely from plants. Serve it as a weeknight centrepiece or a relaxed dinner-party starter with a glass of chilled Sicilian white.
HealthScore 70
Smoky, charred aubergine layered with fierce tomato sauce, a savoury cannellini cream and torn basil — this is a parmigiana that earns its name without any dairy, and tastes deeply of fire and the garden. The white bean layer melts into the sauce as it bakes, setting into something rich and almost molten beneath a crisped wholemeal crumb. Serve it straight from a cast-iron dish at the table, with a glass of Sicilian red or something cold and fizzy alongside.
HealthScore 90
A plant-based twist on the classic Palermitana roasted cutlet, featuring crispy baked tofu cutlets coated in a flavorful breadcrumb mixture with nutritional yeast, garlic, and fresh basil.
HealthScore 75
A rich and flavorful pizza sauce made with Italian-style plum tomatoes, herbs, and spices. Perfect for topping your favorite vegan pizza or as a base for pasta dishes.
HealthScore 80
A vegan twist on the classic Caprese sandwich, featuring plant-based mozzarella, fresh tomatoes, basil, and rocket on focaccia. This sandwich is perfect for a light meal or snack, offering a burst of Mediterranean flavors with a healthy twist.
HealthScore 80
A plant-based twist on the classic Spaghetti Carbonara, using smoked tempeh and nutritional yeast to recreate the rich, savory flavors. This vegan version is healthier and just as satisfying.
HealthScore 75
A plant-based twist on the classic Milanese, using high-protein tofu and a flavorful breadcrumb coating. Served with a simple spinach and tomato salad, this dish is both satisfying and nutritious.
HealthScore 70
A delicious and comforting vegan roast mushroom gnocchi made with hearty mushrooms, fresh gnocchi, and a creamy plant-based blue cheese sauce. Perfect for a cozy meal.
HealthScore 70
A vegan twist on the classic Pasta alla Norma, featuring roasted eggplant, fresh basil, and a rich tomato sauce. This dish is both flavorful and satisfying, perfect for a healthy meal.
HealthScore 75
A hearty and delicious Vegan Lasagna alla Bolognese made with layers of plant-based Bolognese, cauliflower mornay, and kale. This comforting dish is perfect for a family meal, offering a rich and satisfying flavor while keeping it fully vegan and nutritious.
HealthScore 75
A plant-based twist on the classic Chicken Sorrentino, featuring eggplant, vegan chicken, and dairy-free cheese, all baked in a rich tomato and wine sauce.
HealthScore 78