Dinner

Almond Butter Pasta Recipe

ByJack Voss December 19, 2025December 19, 2025

Introduction

Almond Butter Pasta is a unique and flavorful twist on a classic dish, combining creamy almond butter with a rich tomato sauce. This easy recipe brings together simple ingredients to create a comforting meal that’s both satisfying and delicious.

A white plate filled with a generous mound of thin noodles mixed evenly with small pieces of cooked onions and bits of red tomato, giving the noodles light reddish and orange hues. The noodles are coated with spices, giving a slightly speckled texture with darker brown and black specks scattered throughout. The noodles look moist but not wet, layered loosely and piled high in a rounded heap, sitting on a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

7 ounces Spaghetti
2 teaspoons Olive Oil
2 cloves Garlic
1 cup Tomato
1 cup Onion
2 teaspoons Dried Oregano
2 teaspoons Freshly Ground Black Pepper
Salt, to taste
2 teaspoons Tomato Paste
2 tablespoons Almond Butter
Cheese, to taste
Slivered Almonds, to taste

Instructions

Step 1: Chop the tomato and onion into small pieces. Mince the garlic cloves finely.
Step 2: Cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions. Reserve 1/4 cup of the pasta cooking water before draining.
Step 3: Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and chopped onion, cooking for about one minute until translucent.
Step 4: Add the chopped tomato to the pan and stir frequently to prevent burning. Cook until the tomato breaks down into a mushy texture.
Step 5: Season the sauce with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Stir in the tomato paste and dried oregano, cooking for another 2 to 3 minutes.
Step 6: Mix in the almond butter and a splash of the reserved starchy pasta water. Let the sauce boil gently for about 2 minutes to combine flavors.
Step 7: Add the cooked spaghetti to the sauce and toss to coat evenly. Serve topped with cheese and slivered almonds if desired.

Tips & Variations

Use roasted almond butter for a deeper, nuttier flavor in the sauce.
Add fresh basil or parsley for a burst of herbal freshness.
Try substituting spaghetti with gluten-free pasta or zucchini noodles for a lighter option.
To make it vegan, skip the cheese or use a plant-based alternative.

Storage

Store leftover almond butter pasta in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave, adding a little water or olive oil to loosen the sauce if needed.

How to Serve

A white bowl filled with a large mound of cooked spaghetti noodles mixed with small pieces of diced tomatoes and onions, all coated in a light reddish sauce speckled with black pepper and spices, giving the noodles a slightly glossy and textured look. The noodles form irregular layers with some strands overlapping, showing bits of softened vegetables throughout. The bowl sits on a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use other nuts instead of almond butter?

Yes, cashew or peanut butter can work as substitutes but may alter the flavor. Choose unsweetened nut butters to keep the dish savory.

Is this dish suitable for people with nut allergies?

This recipe contains almond butter and slivered almonds, so it is not safe for individuals with nut allergies. Consider using a seed butter alternative like sunflower seed butter for a nut-free version.