Looking for a quick, luxurious weeknight dinner? This authentic vegan pesto pasta recipe delivers pure Italian flavor in under 15 minutes with virtually zero prep time.
Why You’ll Love This Vegan Pesto Pasta Recipe with Ready-Made Pesto
Authentic Taste without the Fuss: Using a premium ready-made pesto like ROI Vegan Basil Pesto gives you the vibrant, herb-forward taste of classic pasta con pesto genovese without needing a food processor or mortar and pestle.
100% Gluten-Free & Vegan: Made with Morelli Mais e Riso Paccheri, this dish offers a firm, satisfying al dente bite that pairs effortlessly with a dairy-free lifestyle.
Naturally Creamy Texture: The starches from the artisanal rice and corn pasta bind with high-quality ROI Extra Virgin Olive Oil and pesto, creating an irresistibly silky sauce without adding heavy cream.
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Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil over high heat. While waiting for the water, wash and halve your fresh cherry tomatoes. Set them aside on a plate.
Step 2: Cook the Gluten-Free Paccheri
Generously salt the boiling water. Drop in the Morelli Gluten-Free Rice and Corn Paccheri. Cook according to package directions until al dente (usually around 9–11 minutes).
Step 3: Prepare the Sauce Base
While the pasta cooks, open your jar of ROI Vegan Basil Pesto. Spoon 3–4 generous tablespoons into a large serving bowl.
Pro Tip: Never heat pesto directly on an open flame! High heat ruins the delicate aroma of basil and dulls its vibrant bright-green color.
Step 4: Combine & Emulsify
Strain the cooked paccheri and transfer directly into the serving bowl with the pesto. Toss immediately with a wooden spoon so the pasta’s residual heat gently warms the pesto. Drizzle with a generous swirl of ROI Extra Virgin Olive Oil, mixing continuously until every piece of pasta is coated in a smooth, glossy green sauce.
Step 5: Add Tomatoes & Garnish
Fold in the sweet halved cherry tomatoes. Plate individual portions onto pasta bowls, then sprinkle toasted sliced almonds over top and add a fresh sprig of basil.
Step 6: Serve & Enjoy
Drizzle a tiny bit more extra virgin olive oil right before serving. Pair with a chilled glass of Italian white wine (such as Vermentino or Pinot Grigio) and enjoy!
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