Viral Creamy Beet and Vegan Feta Pasta

Get ready to paint your plate pink with this Viral Creamy Beet and Vegan Feta Pasta! If you want a dish that is an absolute showstopper on the dinner table but takes under 20 minutes to make, this is it. By blending earthy, sweet vacuum-packed beets with creamy dairy-free feta, fresh lemon juice, and olive oil, we create a luxuriously smooth, vibrant magenta sauce that coats every single tube of pasta. Top it with crunchy walnuts and fresh basil for the perfect bite!

7/5/20262 min read

Ingredients:

  • 10 oz (300g) large tube pasta (like Paccheri, Rigatoni, or Calamarata)

  • 2-3 medium cooked beetroots (vacuum-packed beets work perfectly)

  • 1 block (7 oz / 200g) vegan feta cheese (like Violife "Just Like Feta"), divided

  • Juice of 1/2 fresh lemon

  • 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

  • Salt and black pepper to taste

  • A handful of fresh basil leaves (for garnish)

  • 2 tbsp walnuts, roughly chopped (for garnish)

Step-by-Step Instructions:

  1. Cook the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook your pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Crucial step: Reserve about 1/2 cup of starchy pasta water before draining!

  2. Prep the sauce ingredients: Roughly chop your cooked beetroots into smaller pieces. Take the vegan feta block and cut it into cubes. Set aside about a quarter of the feta cubes to crumble over the top later.

  3. Blend until smooth: In a high-speed blender or food processor, combine the chopped beets, the remaining vegan feta cubes, fresh lemon juice, and extra virgin olive oil. Blend on high until the sauce is completely smooth, creamy, and turns an incredibly bright pink color.

  4. Combine pasta and sauce: Drain the pasta and return it to the pot or a large pan over low heat. Pour that gorgeous pink beet sauce directly over the warm pasta.

  5. Toss to coat: Gently toss the pasta until every single piece is fully coated in the velvety pink sauce. If the sauce feels too thick, add a splash of your reserved pasta water to loosen it up and make it extra glossy. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.

  6. Plate and garnish: Transfer the pasta to a serving plate. Top generously with the reserved crumbled vegan feta, chopped walnuts for that essential crunch, and fresh basil leaves. Serve immediately!

Quick Tips for Success:

  • The Stain Warning: Beets stain everything they touch! Use a plastic or wooden cutting board that you don't mind getting a little pink, or chop them directly on a piece of parchment paper.

  • Make it extra garlicky: The video keeps it clean and simple, but if you love garlic, feel free to add one small clove of raw garlic (or roasted garlic) into the blender with the beets and feta for an extra kick of flavor.

    This recipe is inspired by the viral trend from @gabydimova on TikTok. You can watch her original viral video here.