Plant-Based Beef Rotini Pasta
Hey Beleafers!
If there’s one thing I love, it’s a hearty pasta dish that’s loaded with flavor, texture, and all the good stuff. This Plant-Based Beef Rotini Pasta is exactly that – a cheesy, veggie-packed dish with bold seasonings, savory Beyond Beef patties, and a creamy, rich sauce that ties everything together.
With mushrooms, paneer, a Mediterranean veggie blend, and layers of melty cheese, this dish is the perfect balance between comforting and gourmet. And the best part? It’s super easy to throw together! So grab your favorite pot, and let’s get cooking!
Ingredients:
For the Pasta & Sauce:
Rotini pasta: 12 oz
Mushroom tomato sauce: 1 jar (I used an organic Harris Teeter brand mushroom tomato sauce but pick whatever tomato sauce brand you’d like, preferably one with mushroom flavor.)
Boursin cheese: 1/2 cup (for a creamy touch)
For the Meat & Veggie Mix:
Olive oil: 2 tbsp
Paneer: 1/2 cup, chopped into fine cubes
Mushrooms: 1 cup, sliced
Beyond Beef Cookout Classic Patties: 2 patties, chopped
Cherry vine tomatoes: 1 cup, halved
Fresh basil: 1/4 cup, chopped
Mediterranean vegetable blend: 1 bag (zucchini, yellow squash, carrots, green beans, red peppers, and onions)
Balsamic vinegar: 2 tbsp
Seasonings:
Garlic salt: 1 tsp
Onion powder: 1 tsp
Umami mushroom seasoning blend: 1 tsp
Veggie pepper seasoning: 1 tsp
Chives: 1 tsp
Oregano: 1 tsp
Black pepper: to taste
Garlic parmesan seasoning: 1 tsp
Cheese Topping:
Swiss cheese: 1/2 cup, shredded
Mozzarella cheese: 1/2 cup, shredded
Italian blend cheese: 1/2 cup, shredded
Instructions:
1. Cook the Pasta:
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the rotini pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. Sauté the Mushrooms & Paneer:
Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the mushrooms and paneer, stirring occasionally until they start to brown. Season with garlic salt, onion powder, and umami mushroom seasoning blend to enhance the flavor.
3. Infuse with Basil & Tomatoes:
Add the cherry vine tomatoes and fresh basil to the pan. Stir well and allow the basil to infuse its flavor into the olive oil and paneer. Let everything cook for a few minutes until the tomatoes soften.
4. Cook the Mediterranean Veggie & Beyond Beef Mix:
Add the Mediterranean vegetable blend to the pan, followed by the chopped Beyond Beef patties. Season with veggie pepper seasoning, chives, oregano, black pepper, and garlic parmesan seasoning. Let everything cook together, stirring occasionally. As the mixture sizzles, add balsamic vinegar to enhance the richness of the flavors.
5. Prepare the Sauce:
In the pot where you cooked the pasta, add the drained noodles, mushroom tomato sauce, and Boursin cheese. Stir until the sauce becomes creamy and fully coats the pasta.
6. Combine Everything:
Transfer the sautéed meat and veggie mixture into the pasta pot and mix well, ensuring all the ingredients are evenly distributed.
7. Add the Cheese & Melt:
Top the pasta with shredded Swiss, mozzarella, and Italian blend cheeses. Stir everything together until the cheese melts into the sauce, creating a gooey, irresistible pasta dish.
8. Serve & Enjoy!
Dish out a generous portion and get ready to dig into this rich, cheesy, and flavor-packed pasta!
Final Thoughts:
This Plant-Based Beef Rotini Pasta is everything you want in a comforting pasta dish – creamy, hearty, and bursting with flavor. The combination of rich tomato sauce, savory Beyond Beef, and melty cheese creates the ultimate bowl of goodness. Whether you’re making it for a cozy night in or a meal to impress, this dish is guaranteed to be a winner!
So, Beleafers, if you give this recipe a try, tag me – I’d love to see your delicious creations!
Bon appétit!
