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Vegan Creamy Coconut Sweet Potato Pasta

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You asked and I delivered! We love a platform that’s inclusive of all diets. I have been working on lots of vegan and vegetarian options to share and this was just *chef’s kiss*

I actually did a non-vegan version of this recipe last Thanksgiving because I had so many extra sweet potatoes and I had to use them in creative ways so I wouldn’t get sick of them. Honestly my favorite way to have sweet potatoes is just to have them boiled and served with some salted butter. My mom ate it this way so I’ve adored it ever since.

As always, I promote switching products out to tailor your taste buds because there’s not one way to enjoy my delicious mouthwatering recipes. This dish is perfect for hosting, sharing, meal prepping and so much more. Your non-vegan friends will adore this too!

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HERE is how to make Vegan Creamy Coconut Sweet Potato Pasta:

WHERE CAN I FIND THESE INGREDIENTS?

Vegan products weren’t always available in many grocery stores a few years back but now, there’s tons of places you can purchase vegan alternatives. My favourite vegan brands are Gardein, Daiya and Earth’s Own. I bought specific Chickpea pasta solely just wanting to try it out but regular or another alternative pasta is fine too. I also purchased plant based butter and parmesan!

WHAT ARE THE INGREDIENTS?

  • Sweet Potatoes
  • Coconut Milk
  • Onion
  • Garlic
  • Plant Based Butter
  • Plant Based Parmesan
  • Italian Seasoning
  • Onion Powder
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • Chili Flakes

CAN I SUB ANYTHING OUT?

You sure can! If you’re just wanting to make this vegetarian, you can use dairy products such a regular cheese or even heavy cream if you don’t like coconut. I would keep the sweet potato of course as it is our main ingredient but you can also try subbing for a purple yam as it has a similar texture and sweetness. I actually watched a Tiktok recently of this woman saying that if you don’t like regular sweet potato, purple will change your mind!

If you’d like to add a source of protein, you can definitely do some grilled chicken, steak, lentils or even use my tofu marinade and cook that on the side! In my photos I just roasted a few pieces of sweet potato in the oven with salt and pepper and added it on top.

WHAT DOES IT TASTE LIKE?

This dish tastes like Thanksgiving. I’m not joking, I tested this about a week and a half ago and it reminded me of Fall. It’s a savory sweet potato dish and the contrast of both sweet and savory is perfect. The coconut milk and Italian seasoning is definitely a pop of flavor that you wouldn’t expect but I really enjoyed it altogether.

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Vegan Creamy Coconut Sweet Potato Pasta

This Vegan Creamy Coconut Sweet Potato Pasta is a savory and sweet dish. The contrast of both coconut milk and Italian seasoning is definitely a pop of flavor that you wouldn't expect but does well together!
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Prep Time:25 minutes
Cook Time:20 minutes
Course: Main Course
Keyword: Vegan Creamy Coconut Sweet Potato Pasta
Servings: 1 serving

Ingredients

  • 1 Serving Pasta of choice I used Chickpea pasta
  • 1 Cup Cooked & Mashed Sweet Potato
  • 1 1/2 Cup Coconut Milk
  • 1/4 Cup Diced White Onion
  • 2 Cloves Minced Garlic
  • 1 Tbsp Plant-based Butter
  • 1/4 Cup Shredded Plant-based Parmesan
  • 1 Tsp Onion Powder
  • 1/2 Tsp Pepper
  • 1/2 Tsp Salt
  • 1/2 Tsp Chili Flakes
  • Fresh Parsley to garnish
  • 1 Tsp Italian Seasoning heaping spoonful

Instructions

  • Fill a medium sized pot with water (about 3/4 full). Put over the stove on high heat until boiling. Salt your water generously and add in your pasta of choice. Cook for about 7-11 minutes or until al-dente.
  • Grab a saucepan and put over stove on medium heat.
  • First all in your butter to melt, then sauté your onions and garlic till fragrant.
  • Add in all your seasonings – salt, pepper, chili flakes, Italian seasoning and onion powder. Once all is well combined, add in your mashed sweet potato.
  • Next, slowly stir in your coconut milk and parmesan cheese.
  • Once your sauce is fully incorporated, taste test! If your sauce needs seasoning adjustments, go right ahead and add in what you need. If not, add in your pasta and stir through.
  • Plate, garnish with parsley and extra parm, enjoy and serve!

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I actually froze half of my pasta because my husband tried it and said that it wasn’t for him so I’m stuck having it all! I generally try and stay away from rice, noodles, pasta, breads etc. most days just cause I feel a little heavier and have less energy rather than just having veggies!

I hope you enjoyed this recipe and make it for yourself! I enjoyed every bit of it and will have the rest of the frozen batch next month!

Is my Vegan Creamy Coconut Sweet Potato Pasta a recipe you’d like?! Do you follow any kind of diets or lifestyle choices? I’d love to know in the comments below!

Xo,

Lynn

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81 Comments

  2. Sounds lovely will have to try and make. Nice nd easy to follow recipe as well well written

  3. This looks amazing! I’m always in the lookout for meatless recipes and this sounds lovely. I love pasta and I love potatoes so I bet this would be amazing x

  4. This looks so good! We often have vegan pasta dishes but I’ve never thought to use coconut milk to make it creamy! Will try that!

    Corinne x

  5. This looks and sounds absolutely delicious! I definitleyhave to give it a try, both the vegan version and the veggie version! Also, why have I never heard of purple sweet potato before?! Will have to see if I can get them here in the UK!
    Thanks for another yummy recipe!

    Aimsy xoxo
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  7. This looks so yummy! i never thought about having pasta with sweet potato! We don’t eat them as much as we always end up just roasting them, but this is a great way to use them and I am always up for new pasta dish! Thank you for sharing x

  8. I need this in my life thank you so much! ?❤️

  9. I love seeing a vegan recipes – I’m dairy free and prefer a plant based diet so this is right up my street? I love the taste that creamy coconut has – I’ll have to make this one x

  11. This looks so delicious I’ve don’t think I’ve tried anything similar to this. l’ll definitely give it a go next time.

    Antonia || Sweet Passions

  13. I am definitely trying this! It sounds so delicious and creamy just by reading it, so I know it will taste amazing! Thank for this lovely recipe.

  14. This looks delicious! OMG! I’m going to try these recipe as soon as I buy some sweet potatoes. Thank you for sharing!!

  18. Looks so creamy and very inviting! Wow!! Thank you for sharing. Another recipe for the books.

  19. This sounds delicious! I’m always on the search for veggie or vegan friendly recipes that my meat eating husband will enjoy, and this sounds like it fits the mark. We’re going to have to give this one a try and see what he thinks.

  20. This looks delicious. I have only had sweet potatoes a couple of times and it’s always been as fries. Honestly, I haven’t really gone out of my way to add more sweet potatoes into my meals but this pasta dish looks like a great way to do it – as anything with pasta is always great. Next time I pick up some sweet potatoes I’m going to give this a try.

  22. I need to try this out! I am plant based and always looking for new recipes!

  24. I love the sound of this pasta recipe. I would like to try more vegan dishes. Thank you for sharing this recipe.

  25. Girl you need to stop giving me all these recipes to make!!! I’ll be bookmarking this although I might check out the non-vegan version. But I do love a sweet potato and pasta! Sounds like the perfect meal <3 x

  28. Coconut and sweet potato……what an interesting combination. I can imagine how delicious this pasta taste. Thank you for sharing.

  29. I love your recipes & I love that you made this one vegan!
    I also love sweet potatoes, but I don’t like anything coconut so I would swap that out like you suggested.

  31. This looks so creamy and delicious! I’m still getting to grips with coconut milk, sometimes I like it and other’s not. I always keep butternut squash in the freezer for easy, delicious meals.

    Thanks for sharing!

    – Gemma

  32. This looks insanely good! I can’t wait to try it!! sweet potato + pasta = the dream. Thank you for sharing!

  33. Oh my gosh…this sounds AHmazing! And I love your chickpea pasta substitution! I’ve never even heard of it, but I love chickpeas and can’t wait to try it. Also bookmarking this page…love trying new spins on Thanksgiving classics. Thanks for sharing!

  34. CREAMY COCONUT SWEET POTATO PASTA – this is like whispering sweet nothings in my ear!

    And Chickpea pasta… Definitely something i’d try.

  35. This dish looks absolutely amazing and appetizing. I love any dish with sweet potato involved. Yum!

  36. OMG! Thank you so much for this recipe. I will try it out soon! *not totally vegan tho*

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  42. I don’t see any listing for Italian Seasoning in the ingredient list. It’s in the description and recipe steps but no amount is listed in the ingredients. How much did you use?

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