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Instant Pot Pumpkin Pasta Recipe

written by Hina Gujral September 28, 2020
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This is a creamy, one-pot pumpkin sauce pasta casserole. It has a beautiful orange color which blends with the mood of the pumpkin season. This pasta casserole requires only 10 minutes of cooking time in an instant pot. If you have not yet tried the pumpkin pasta then this is an excellent time to give it a try and celebrate the season of harvest. 

aerial shot of pumpkin pasta in a black ceramic bowl

This is the easiest pumpkin sauce pasta recipe. It requires only a handful of basic ingredients, an instant pot, and 20 minutes of your time.

With a drizzle of olive oil and a dash of coconut milk the mundane pumpkin puree transforms into a bowl of fulfilling deliciousness.

Reasons to LOVE Pumpkin Pasta Recipe:

vegan and vegetarian

cheese and nut-free

possible gluten-free (use GF pasta)

easy to cook, one-pot pasta casserole

requires only 10 minutes of cooking time

Ingredients For Pumpkin Sauce Pasta

Ingredients Required

You need a few basic ingredients to make vegan pumpkin pasta.

Pumpkin Puree: Follow my tips to make pumpkin puree at home from scratch or use the canned one. Do not use the pumpkin pie filling instead of puree.

Tomato Sauce: I use my homemade marinara style sauce.

Coconut Milk: Use coconut cream or milk instead of regular dairy-based products to make a luscious pumpkin sauce.

Vegetable Stock: It gives flavor to the sauce. Or use 1 stock cube dissolved in 1 cup warm water.

Fresh Herbs: From sage, thyme, rosemary, to fresh basil, you can pick either of these herbs to add in the pumpkin sauce.

Other Ingredients: Onion, Garlic, Salt, Olive Oil

Roasted Pumpkin Puree
Pumpkin Puree

Homemade Pumpkin Puree

It is very easy to make pumpkin puree at home. The same puree you can use to make pumpkin soup or spiced cake.

Follow either the oven method or stovetop one to make smooth, luscious, flavorsome, and gluten-free pumpkin puree at home.

Oven Method: Pre-heat the oven at 180 degrees Celcius. Place the pumpkin slices in a baking tray. Place 2 – 3 sprigs of rosemary along with a whole garlic pod between pumpkin slices. Sprinkle salt and drizzle 2 – 3 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil over the pumpkin slices.

Bake pumpkin for 20 minutes each side. Check using a fork, if the pumpkin flesh is tender. Baking time may vary, depending upon the size and variety of the pumpkin. So check after the first 20 minutes.

Once roasted, scoop out the flesh of the pumpkin. Discard the skin. Grind the roasted pumpkin pulp along with garlic cloves to a smooth puree.

Stovetop Method: Drizzle oil in a cast-iron skillet or a pan. Add pumpkin slices, season with salt, and crushed garlic. Cook on each side till fork tender. Discard skin, allow to cool, and later, blend to a smooth puree.

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The Perfect Pasta Choice

My favorite ones are the penne and shell pasta. The sauce fills inside their shape making each bite of pasta so juicy.

Or the long thread-like pasta such as spaghetti, tagliatelle, or the fettuccine holds this rich pumpkin sauce perfectly.

Additonal Vegetables

Here are a few vegetables that can make your pumpkin pasta more wholesome, colorful, and fulfilling:

Spinach Leaves, Kale

Sauteed wild mushrooms

Cherry Tomato or sun-dried tomato

Roasted and diced butternut squash, zucchini

How To Make Pumpkin Pasta in Instant Pot

Making pumpkin pasta in an instant pot is a simple two-step process – Saute and Pressure Cook.

Collage of step by step instant pot pumpkin pasta cooking steps

Saute Mode: Set the SAUTE Mode of IP for 5 minutes. Once the pot sets the timer, add olive oil, finely chopped garlic, and onion. Saute for 10 – 20 seconds. Next, add pumpkin puree, tomato sauce, salt, seasoning, and stir to mix.

Add coconut milk, vegetable stock, and uncooked pasta. Stir to combine. Taste, the liquid and add more seasoning if required.

Pressure Cook: Close the lid of IP. Set pressure valve to sealing position. Set PRESSURE Cook mode for 5 minutes. After the set time, release the steam manually, and open the lid. Add fresh herbs, and pumpkin pasta is ready to serve.

Serving Suggestions

The best way to enjoy a creamy bowl of pumpkin pasta is with homemade focaccia bread and a light, leafy salad on the side.

You can pack this creamy pasta for school or office lunchbox. It is so easy to reheat and carry around.

This pumpkin sauce pasta makes a great potluck casserole as well for the fall season.

aerial shot of pumpkin pasta in a black ceramic bowl

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Instant Pot Chicken Broccoli Pasta

Instant Pot Minestrone Soup

Instant Pot Spaghetti Alio Olio

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aerial shot of pumpkin pasta in a black ceramic bowl

Instant Pot Pumpkin Pasta Recipe

This is a creamy, one-pot pumpkin sauce pasta casserole. Learn how to make pumpkin pasta casserole in an instant pot in a few simple steps.
5 from 1 vote
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 2
Calories: 708kcal
Author: Hina Gujral
  • Instant Pot

Ingredients

  • 200- gram penne pasta
  • 4 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 Cup pumpkin puree
  • 1/2 Cup finely chopped onion
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic
  • 1/4 Cup pizza/pasta sauce (see recipe here)
  • 1 Cup coconut milk
  • 1 Cup vegetable stock
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon oregano or thyme

Instructions

  • Set the SAUTE Mode of IP for 5 minutes. Once the pot sets the timer, add olive oil, finely chopped garlic, and onion. Saute for 10 – 20 seconds to release the aroma of garlic.
    instant pot pumpkin sauce pasta cooking steps.
  • Next, add pumpkin puree, tomato sauce, salt, seasoning, and stir to mix.
    instant pot pumpkin sauce pasta cooking steps.
  • Add coconut milk, vegetable stock, and uncooked pasta. Stir to combine. Taste, the liquid and add more seasoning or salt if required.
    instant pot pumpkin sauce pasta cooking steps.
  • Close the lid of IP. Set pressure valve to sealing position. Set PRESSURE Cook mode for 5 minutes. After the set time, release the steam manually, and open the lid. Check pasta for doneness.
  • Add fresh herbs, stir to combine, and pumpkin pasta is ready to serve.
    instant pot pumpkin sauce pasta cooking steps.
  • Serve instant pot pumpkin pasta with toasted bread slices and a salad.

Recipe Notes:

  • Taste the canned pumpkin puree and then add salt in the pasta accordingly. Don’t forget to check the label of canned puree to make sure it’s vegan and gluten-free
  • Do not use pumpkin pie filling instead of puree.
  • In 5 minutes Pressure Cook mode you will get the al dente pasta. If you like to cook it slightly more, set the time 6 – 8 minutes. 
  • If the pasta is less saucy/creamy for your liking add 1/4 Cup thick coconut cream in the end. 
  • In place of coconut milk, you can use almond milk or cashew milk as well. 

Nutrition

Calories: 708kcal | Carbohydrates: 53g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 54g | Saturated Fat: 26g | Sodium: 655mg | Potassium: 705mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 19448IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 92mg | Iron: 8mg
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Instant Pot Pumpkin Pasta Recipe was last modified: November 25th, 2020 by Hina Gujral
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I am a passionate Indian food blogger living in India with my husband and our pug, named Momo.

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6 comments

Rachael October 15, 2020 - 5:35 AM

SO SO good! My husband requested it 3 nights in a row – LOL! 🤣 I didn’t have onion or tomato so I left that out and subbed sage, rosemary and fresh basil for the herbs. Creamy and perfectly delicious. Making this AGAIN this weekend for my in-laws!

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Hina Gujral October 15, 2020 - 5:27 PM

I am so glad that you and your family loved the pumpkin pasta. It is my personal favorite as well.

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J October 23, 2020 - 2:40 AM

New to non-dairy. Would oat-milk work in place of coconut milk in this?

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Hina Gujral October 23, 2020 - 11:43 AM

I would not suggest oat milk in this recipe. You can add cashew milk or almond milk.

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C November 6, 2020 - 12:56 AM

Tried this yesterday and it turned out delightful! Glad I found a good recipe for savory pumpkin. I did the recipe exact and also made the homemade tomato sauce listed in the recipe. Tons of onion and garlic flavour which was good. Can’t taste the pumpkin at all, which I was totally fine with. Used coconut milk which didn’t over power the recipe. The only thing I didn’t do as I didn’t have any on hand was use the fresh herbs (used dried and didnt top with the fresh herbs at the end either, which would have been prettier). Still tasted great! Would pair well with some garlic bread 🙂
This recipe is for sure bookmarked! Thanks 😀

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Hina Gujral November 6, 2020 - 1:47 PM

thanks a million for your feedback. You made my day with this detailed experience. Try it next time with fresh herbs. You will love it.

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