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Vegan Pumpkin Sage Pasta with Pumpkin Cream Sauce and Crispy Sage.

September 23, 2014 By Richa 66 Comments

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Pumpkin Sage Thyme Cream Pasta with Crispy Sage and toasted breadcrumbs. Easy and perfect fall dinner. Vegan Pumpkin Sage Pasta Soy-free Recipe. Can be Gluten-free.   Jump to Recipe   

Vegan Pumpkin Sage Cream Sauce Pasta |Vegan Richa

This year we have a backyard herb garden and it has some fragrant herbs that are thankfully alive :). Those herbs are used here to infuse the pumpkin cream sauce with the fresh herb flavor and the pasta tossed in. For the topping I toasted up some Sage in oil along with bread crumbs. Use coarsely ground pumpkin seeds or nuts  instead to make gluten-free. 

This past weekend has been a bit crazy. It just seems like one thing gets better and another thing or wait a bunch more things (got to schedule another RC and crown fitting appointments) show up. This year my sinuses have acted up (dry congestion and inflammation) and upset my balance more than they did any of the past years. I think it is because of non allergic rhinitis that is triggered by just about everything. Any change in temperature, humidity, barometric pressure. baah. I have to get tested and diagnosed to be sure and figure out what to do about it. Till then I will be in crappy mood every other day. Anyone has experience with and suggestions, please do let me know. 

Anywho, I like the kitchen and since I do not need all my senses to work, cooking still happens. Of course, misplaced items can cause a bit of a grumble, but hey, thats married life 😉

Make this simple Vegan Pumpkin Sage Pasta tonight! The burst of flavor, a simple sauce and perfect dinner. Use puree of cooked/roasted Butternut Squash or other winter squash instead of pumpkin puree for variation. 

Vegan Pumpkin Sage Pasta |Vegan Richa

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The luscious pumpkin cream sauce. Add pasta and serve hot. 

Vegan Pumpkin Sage Pasta |Vegan Richa

Crisp up sage with bread crumbs, salt and pepper and garnish the pasta before serving.

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Vegan Pumpkin Sage Pasta |Vegan Richa

Vegan Pumpkin Sage Pasta
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5 from 9 votes

Vegan Pumpkin Sage Pasta

Pumpkin Sage thyme Cream Pasta with Crispy Sage and toasted breadcrumbs. Easy and perfect fall dinner.
Prep Time15 mins
Cook Time25 mins
Total Time40 mins
Course: Pasta
Cuisine: American, fusion, Vegan
Keyword: creamy pumpkin pasta, pumpkin and sage pasta, pumpkin sauce, sage pasta sauce
Servings: 2
Calories: 538kcal
Author: Vegan Richa

Ingredients

For the pasta

  • 6 to 8 oz (170 to 226 g) Rotini or Fusilli pasta
  • 1 tsp extra virgin oil
  • 8 sage leaves chopped
  • 1 to 1.5 tsp fresh thyme leaves or 1/2 tsp dried thyme
  • 2 cloves of garlic minced
  • 1 to 2 Tbsp tomato paste
  • 3/4 cup (210 g) pumpkin puree or use sweet potato puree
  • 3/4 to 1 cup (180 to 240 ml) non dairy milk like coconut or almond
  • 1/2 tsp (0.5 tsp) salt
  • black pepper to taste

For the topping

  • 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 6 fresh sage leaves julienned
  • 2 to 3 Tbsp breadcrumbs or coarsely ground cashews or pumpkin seeds
  • a generous pinch of salt and pepper

Instructions

  • Cook the pasta according to instructions. Drain and keep aside.
  • In a large skillet, heat oil at medium low heat. Add Sage, thyme and garlic and cook until garlic and herbs change color slightly. Stir frequently to avoid burning. At this point you can add in veggies or mushrooms and cook until golden.
  • Add tomato paste and pumpkin and mix in. Add milk, salt and pepper and mix in. Bring to a boil. Taste and adjust salt.
  • Add cooked pasta, toss well. Cover and take off heat. Let sit for a few minutes.

Make the topping

  • In a small skillet, add oil and heat at medium. Add sage and cook for half a minute. Add breadcrumbs or coarsely chopped nuts and cook until golden and toasted. Add salt and pepper and mix in. Use to garnish the pasta generously. You can also sprinkle some pepita parm or other nut based parm.

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Notes

Gluten-free:Use gluten-free pasta and ground nuts or seeds instead of breadcrumbs to make this gf. Add 1 to 2 Tbsp nutritional yeast for a cheesier sauce.
Use puree of cooked/roasted Butternut Squash instead of pumpkin puree for variation.
 
Nutritional values based on one serving
 

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Vegan Pumpkin Sage Pasta
Amount Per Serving
Calories 538 Calories from Fat 72
% Daily Value*
Fat 8g12%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Sodium 815mg35%
Potassium 523mg15%
Carbohydrates 99g33%
Fiber 7g29%
Sugar 7g8%
Protein 17g34%
Vitamin A 14420IU288%
Vitamin C 6.5mg8%
Calcium 181mg18%
Iron 3.3mg18%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
 
 
 
 

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  1. Karen says

    September 23, 2014 at 2:30 am

    Hi. Can the oil be left out and just use water or some veg broth instead?

    Reply
    • Richa says

      September 23, 2014 at 5:11 am

      sure, add all the sauce ingredients together, bring to a boil and simmer for a few minutes to help develop the flavor. and you can dry roast the sage and breadcrumbs.

      Reply
      • Paulette Campbell says

        November 5, 2018 at 6:22 am

        Oh this looks so nummy.Can I add some spinach to it?
        Just got some pumpkins and will maje puree and do this.
        Also sorry to hear avout your sinus troubles.Hydrotherapy might help.You can do whats called a face dip..for this you need a wide bowl of water big enough to dip your face in as hot as you can tolerate, plus another wide enough bowl with really cold waterwith ice cubes in it.Place your face facesown in t h e water(come up when you need to breathe) and do this for 3 mins.Switch to the cold water and do it for 30 seconds.Alternate hot and cold 4 times , ending with cold.

        Reply
        • Richa says

          November 5, 2018 at 12:31 pm

          yes add it towards the end.

          Thanks, i’ll try that

          Reply
  2. Stefanie says

    September 23, 2014 at 5:22 am

    Oh wow, I can’t wait to try this, it looks AMAZING! I love sage! Sorry about the congestion though… I don’t have any advice other than the neti pot!

    Reply
  3. Mia says

    September 23, 2014 at 5:36 am

    Yum!

    Reply
  4. Jennifer says

    September 23, 2014 at 11:41 am

    I take a teaspoon of spirulina everyday and it helps keep phlegm down, which can alleviate sinus pressure. But I am not sure how much it will help since it takes a week or two till I started to notice the difference. Plus there is the down side of having to add spirulina to EVERY shake.

    Reply
    • Richa says

      September 24, 2014 at 3:06 am

      Thanks jennifer. i will try anything at this point 🙂

      Reply
  5. Fae says

    September 23, 2014 at 1:34 pm

    I hope you post if you find any relief, I’m in the same crappy boat. But I do hope to try this recipe in a couple days, I was JUST thinking about making something like this!

    Reply
    • Richa says

      September 24, 2014 at 3:07 am

      oh no. i’ll let you know. the last time I was hit was in early spring, the only thing that helped then was a humidifier

      Reply
      • Ranae says

        October 24, 2017 at 7:19 pm

        Essential oils are a big help for me and my sinus problems. Peppermint behind ears and under nose helps! Thanks for the pumpkin pasta recipe:) hope you feel better.

        Reply
        • Richa says

          October 25, 2017 at 10:24 am

          i’ve tried those over the years and they didnt work much for me. I finally got diagnosed with malfunctioning nasal tissues(i forgot what they are called). They keep inflaming as if allergic reaction to various non allergic reasons.

          Reply
  6. Amanda says

    September 23, 2014 at 2:49 pm

    I just love pumpkin and sage pasta! That is a great fall dish!

    Reply
  7. Lisa says

    September 23, 2014 at 3:36 pm

    Richa, I adore your creations. This is yet another one that I have to try from your site. Lovely and so seasonal too.

    Reply
  8. Baby June says

    September 23, 2014 at 4:39 pm

    OMG that looks amazing! I love pumpkin + sage, that is a match made in heaven. Will definitely save this recipe. 🙂

    Reply
  9. Bianca says

    September 23, 2014 at 5:04 pm

    Ah, happy fall! This dish is calling my name… and I totally have some leftover pumpkin puree in the fridge. Thanks for sharing!! xx Bianca

    Reply
  10. Cassie says

    September 23, 2014 at 5:10 pm

    Please share your secrets for keeping your herbs alive! I can’t seem to do it. My black thumb is driving me crazy.

    This dish looks super yummy and I love how simple it is, too. I think I may add some breadcrumbs and pop it in the oven a bit, so give it some crunch.

    Thanks for the recipe, Richa!

    Reply
    • Richa says

      September 24, 2014 at 3:06 am

      lol. i think we were lucky. we made a raised bed in the yard where it gets lots of sunlight. and kept space between them. thats all 🙂

      Reply
  11. Carla says

    September 23, 2014 at 10:35 pm

    Your site has been my saving grace since switching to a vegan diet a year ago. I love, love your recipes!!

    On the sinus topic, I’m so sorry to hear that you’ve been ill. I have suffered from the exact thing for the last 10 years and the doctors have been absolutely no help. After allergy testing, attempting weekly allergy shots for months, TONS of medicine and tests I gave up hope and moved to Arizona for the dryer climate. That was the ONLY thing that helped and now I rarely have sinus issues which before would last for days at a time. I sure hope you are able to find relief without moving to AZ!! Although, I wouldn’t be upset if you did! We could really use more vegan-based chefs. 🙂 Hint, hint…

    Reply
    • Richa says

      September 24, 2014 at 3:05 am

      I am glad you found a solution Carla. . If my mom hears of this she is going to pack my bags and move me to India. All tropical and hot weather 🙂

      Reply
  12. Crew mom says

    September 23, 2014 at 11:57 pm

    Sinus troubles are the worst. Have you tried the neti pot?

    Reply
    • Richa says

      September 24, 2014 at 3:04 am

      I have. it doesnt help much since most days its just inflammation and not phelgm.

      Reply
  13. Michele @ Two Raspberries says

    September 24, 2014 at 12:06 am

    This sounds soooo amazing! I am totally going to get the ingredients to try this for dinner tomorrow night 😉 yummm!

    Reply
  14. Eileen says

    September 24, 2014 at 1:20 am

    This pasta sounds so easy and delicious! You have to love the deep, rich fall flavors. Pumpkin and sage!!

    Reply
  15. Meredith @ Unexpectedly Magnificent says

    September 24, 2014 at 1:25 pm

    I love pumpkin, I love thyme, and I love pasta. This looks sooooo good, Richa! I need to make it ASAP. It’s the perfect fall comfort food! 🙂

    Reply
  16. Barbara says

    September 25, 2014 at 1:26 am

    What is the servings for this dish? Can it be just doubled?

    Reply
    • Richa says

      September 25, 2014 at 4:10 am

      serves 2 .

      Reply
      • Richa says

        September 25, 2014 at 4:11 am

        yes, you can double it. use 12 oz pasta for doubling as the sauce when doubled will reduce a bit during cooking

        Reply
  17. Carey says

    September 25, 2014 at 11:51 pm

    I must tell you, this is by far one of my favorite recipes. I made “meatballs” using the brand NEAT Italian meat substitute to go with it! Delicious! Thank you thank you!

    Reply
    • Richa says

      September 26, 2014 at 5:58 pm

      Awesome!! so glad you liked it ! the meatballs sound like a great addition!!

      Reply
  18. Mae says

    September 26, 2014 at 5:21 pm

    I just made my own pumpkin pasta sauce last night! I used chipotle chili powder for a nice smokey kick. I have never used crisped sage leaves, even though I see it in a lot of recipes! I should give it try! Field Roast Italian sausages cut into 1/4 inch pieces and sauteed a little bit went reeeeeally well with my pumpkin sauce 🙂

    Reply
  19. Brittany says

    September 26, 2014 at 5:53 pm

    How many people does this serve?

    Reply
    • Richa says

      September 26, 2014 at 5:57 pm

      2 or more

      Reply
  20. Sadie says

    October 1, 2014 at 2:30 am

    I just made this tonight and it is fantastic! A new classic at my house. Thank you so much! You’re amazing!!

    Reply
  21. Nancy says

    October 23, 2014 at 9:14 am

    I make something like this when the grandchildren want Mac ‘n Cheese. They gobble it up. Thank you so much for sharing your creations!

    Reply
  22. Corrin Radd says

    October 31, 2014 at 7:27 pm

    Made this for dinner tonight and enjoyed it, thanks!

    Reply
  23. Aerie says

    December 2, 2014 at 9:18 am

    I made this last night for my picky, non vegan family and they all loved it! My 5 year old had thirds! Thank you Richa for the delicious recipes!!!

    Reply
  24. AT says

    December 20, 2014 at 11:07 am

    I am allergic to tomatoes. Would this recipe work without the tomato paste?Thank you.

    Reply
  25. Lisa says

    February 1, 2015 at 1:14 pm

    Hi Richa,
    I made this pasta today — it was lovely! I used baked, carmelized butternut squash that I mashed up into a puree. I also used about 7 ounces of pasta; next time I’d use less so it would be a bit more sauce-y. The topping was brilliant! Loved, loved, loved and adored the topping. I used panko breadcrumbs — they were crispy and perfect. I know I’m going over the top about the topping, but as a vegan, I don’t get many wonderful topping-type things in my life,

    Reply
  26. Shireen says

    February 9, 2015 at 7:02 pm

    Wow! I just made this for dinner, and it was so delicious! I will definitely be making it again.

    Reply
  27. kristen @ good habits and guilty pleasures says

    July 17, 2015 at 9:30 am

    I can’t even express in words how amazing this looks! I’m so glad I found your blog today. My boyfriend and I are thinking about going vegan but have no idea where to start! Your recipes are AMAZING and creative. We are looking forward to making some of your food 🙂

    Reply
    • Richa says

      July 17, 2015 at 9:55 am

      Awesome!

      Reply
  28. Christina says

    October 2, 2015 at 7:18 pm

    This looks incredible and I cannot wait to try it!!!! Do you think it would freeze well? I’ve been making extra food for the freezer stash.

    Reply
    • Richa says

      October 2, 2015 at 11:33 pm

      i havent tried freezing it. Freeze a small batch to try. Let me know how it works out.

      Reply
  29. Bridget C says

    October 9, 2015 at 7:42 am

    5 stars
    I made this pasta last night except added cremini mushrooms in with the olive oil and herbs, turned out delicious! I made the topping with mostly pumpkin seeds and a little french bread crumbs with sage… this made the entire dish!

    Reply
    • Richa says

      October 9, 2015 at 9:57 am

      Awesome!

      Reply
  30. Erin Rock says

    September 5, 2016 at 3:33 pm

    5 stars
    I have been looking forward to fall this year just so we can make this recipe again. We got hooked on it last year, and it is one of my favorite recipes of all time. I never leave comments but had to for this one! We also love adding a little sauteed onion, spinach and peas. Thank you so much for creating this delightful dish!

    Reply
    • Richa says

      September 5, 2016 at 10:06 pm

      Awesome!

      Reply
  31. Casey says

    September 28, 2016 at 7:08 am

    This looks insanely delicious. I have recently fallen in love with squashes, soups, etc, and I want to make this ASAP.

    Reply
  32. Erin Rock says

    October 22, 2016 at 3:24 pm

    5 stars
    I am crazy about this recipe. We started making it last year and make it about every two weeks in the fall. It is the perfect autumn dish! I do have to say I use panko crumbs for the topping and they are perfect!

    Reply
    • Erin Rock says

      October 22, 2016 at 3:26 pm

      Haha, I just noticed I reviewed it last year. I seriously NEVER comment on recipes. That is how much I love this!

      Reply
  33. Neetu says

    November 27, 2017 at 6:31 pm

    5 stars
    Richa…I just read you are suffering Sinus pressure…I did too a very long time ago and was really bad…Ven I wasn’t vegan..we used ghee with dry ginger mixture and applied it generously where ever I had the pain…But I think it can very easily be substituted for Sesame oil or even Almond oil…Please don’t substitute with coconut oil as it has cooking efects..Do it for a month..And all the Mucus will dry out..You mig8also see white powdery stuff coming out of your nasal passages..That should be the end of the sinus…Love your recipes…Keep creating…

    Reply
    • Richa says

      November 28, 2017 at 10:40 am

      Thank you for the suggestion. i’ll try it. I got a diagnosis of malfunctioning tissues inside the nose. They basically just stay a bit inflamed and have closed a lot of the air passage and with any weather or pressure changes, they inflame more.

      Reply
      • Neetu says

        December 12, 2017 at 1:42 pm

        Sure..And sorry about the typos…

        Reply
  34. Neetu says

    November 27, 2017 at 6:32 pm

    Cooling effects*

    Reply
  35. David Kohout says

    December 9, 2017 at 12:44 am

    5 stars
    Hi Richa, this recipe is an all time favourite. Today I ended up with way more puree (w mushrooms) and am wondering what other use you’d recommend? In other words how would you use the leftover puree if you don’t wanna eat pasta tomorrow but you want the puree w something…?:) Thanks!

    Reply
    • Richa says

      December 9, 2017 at 11:04 am

      do you mean the pumpkin sauce or just the pumpkin puree? You can use pumpkin puree to make many of the baked stuff https://www.veganricha.com/?s=pumpkin .For the savory pumpkin sauce, use it to make pizza sauce https://www.veganricha.com/2015/10/chickpea-pumpkin-veggie-pizza.html or savory pumpkin cornbread https://www.veganricha.com/2017/11/vegan-pumpkin-cornbread-1-bowl.html

      Reply
  36. Nate says

    January 9, 2018 at 9:14 am

    5 stars
    Made this last night, it was great! Even passed the toddler test (which is a true measure of success in our home)! I also like that, if you cook the pasta while doing the other steps, it only took me a half hour for dinner to be on the table. Healthy, tasty, and quick. Three requirements to get into our meal rotation – and this one meets all three.

    Reply
    • Richa says

      January 9, 2018 at 10:32 am

      Awesome!

      Reply
  37. SingingMoon says

    September 16, 2018 at 8:33 am

    5 stars
    Richa, this is so good! My boyfriend and I are trying to eat healthier, and though he isn’t vegan, we both enjoy your recipes and tend make them again. 🙂

    Thanks for this super quick and yummy dish! It’s been raining here for two weeks, and I’ve been craving a creamy, rich pasta dish, but so many creamy vegan sauces rely on cashew cream and other fattening ingredients. This was *so* fast, and *so* deliciously creamy, but without being too heavy or fatty. I added about a half TBS of nutritional yeast for a hint of umami, and it was perfect. I think this would be really good as a baked pasta dish garnished with the toppings you suggested!

    Reply
    • Richa says

      September 16, 2018 at 1:49 pm

      great idea!

      Reply
  38. Christa Wallbridge says

    November 20, 2018 at 4:32 pm

    Hi Richa,
    My daughter is sensitive to sage. What other herb would you suggest using?
    Thanks!
    I’m a huge fan of all your recipes – thank you for providing such great options for vegans!
    Kind regards,
    Christa

    Reply
    • Richa says

      November 20, 2018 at 8:50 pm

      Thyme or Rosemary or a combination might work.

      Reply
  39. CB says

    October 12, 2019 at 10:07 am

    5 stars
    Super tasteful! Now I have another good option on what to do with a pumpkin. Thank you so much.

    Reply
  40. Karen Cohen says

    November 7, 2019 at 2:15 pm

    5 stars
    This recipe is INCREDIBLE! I didn’t have bread crumbs so I used to chopped up cashews for the topping as suggested. I recently became vegan and I always love when I find a recipe that will be a crowd pleaser for herbivores and carnivores alike and THIS IS IT! Thank you!!!!

    Reply
    • Richa says

      November 9, 2019 at 9:31 pm

      awesome!

      Reply

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