5-Minute Tomato Coconut Pasta Sauce Recipe
This quick and creamy 5-Minute Tomato Coconut Pasta Sauce combines the tangy brightness of diced tomatoes with the rich, velvety texture of coconut cream. Infused with herbs and subtle spices, it’s a delicious dairy-free and vegan alternative perfect for a speedy meal. Ready in just minutes, this sauce pairs best with gnocchi or any favorite pasta, making weeknight dinners effortless and flavorful.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 minutes
- Total Time: 6 minutes
- Yield: About 3 cups of sauce, serving 4
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Tomato Base
- 2 cups (480 ml) canned diced tomatoes
Cream and Thickener
- 1 cup (240 ml) coconut cream or full fat coconut milk
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch or tapioca flour
Seasonings and Herbs
- ¾ teaspoon sea salt or to taste
- ¼ teaspoon cracked black pepper or to taste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika or regular paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder or to taste
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon dried basil and/or fresh chopped basil leaves
- 1 teaspoon light brown sugar
Additional Ingredients
- 2 teaspoons olive oil (optional)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
Instructions
- Combine ingredients: Add all the ingredients into a nonstick saucepan, ensuring the cornstarch or tapioca flour is evenly distributed to avoid lumps.
- Heat the sauce: Place the saucepan over high heat and start a timer for 4 minutes to cook the sauce quickly.
- Whisk frequently: Using a silicone whisk to protect the pan’s surface, whisk the sauce continually until well combined with no lumps.
- Thicken the sauce: Allow the sauce to simmer briefly to thicken, then whisk again to achieve a smooth, creamy consistency.
- Serve: Pour the hot sauce over your favorite cooked pasta such as gnocchi for a quick 2-minute pasta option, and enjoy immediately.
Notes
- For even faster meal prep, serve with gnocchi which cooks in about 2 minutes.
- You can adjust the seasoning such as salt, pepper, and garlic powder to your taste preference.
- The olive oil is optional but adds a subtle richness to the sauce.
- If you prefer a thinner sauce, reduce the amount of cornstarch or omit it entirely.
- Fresh basil can be added as a garnish for enhanced aroma and flavor.
