Author: This Vegan Italian Sheet Pan Dinner is the definition of easy comfort food. Just toss everything on a pan, pop it in the oven, and dinner is done. Pillowy gnocchi, juicy tomatoes, caramelized veggies, garlicky herbs, and savory vegan sausage roast together until golden, saucy, and full of flavor. It's a complete meal on one pan!
Sheet pan dinners are my go-to for busy nights because they're a full meal in one pan. No juggling side dishes, no mountain of dishes, and zero fuss, just wholesome, hearty food that tastes like way more effort than it is. This Vegan Italian Sheet Pan Dinner is a complete meal baked on a single pan. Clean up is a breeze! If you love my Vegan Sheet Pan Stir Fry and Vegan Sheet Pan Lemon Garlic Tofu Dinner, this one-pan gnocchi bake is also going to become a fast favorite.
Why This Vegan Italian Sheet Pan Dinner Is a Must-Make
- Easy to make: Simply toss everything together and bake. That's it! This is the kind of recipe that's ideal for those nights when you want a home-cooked dinner but don't have the energy to make something elaborate.
- Roasted gnocchi is the BEST: Seriously, you won't want to cook it any other way once you've tried it roasted. It's still pillowy soft on the inside, but the outside is golden and crispy. No need to pre-boil!
- So much flavor: The vegetables caramelize, the tomatoes burst and get saucy, the vegan Italian sausage is savory and spicy, and a combination of garlic, Italian seasoning, fresh basil, and vegan Parm bring ALL the flavor.
- Minimal cleanup: It's a complete dinner on one pan. No extra pots or pans!
Ingredients for This Vegan Italian Sheet Pan Dinner
- Gnocchi: Either shelf-stable or refrigerated gnocchi will work. Just make sure it doesn't contain egg!
- Vegan sausages: I like Beyond Meat Hot Italian Sausage, but any plant-based sausage you like will work, or use my Vegan Italian Seitan Sausages.
- Veggies: Cherry tomatoes, zucchini, red onion, and garlic roast together to add sauciness and caramelized flavor.
- Olive oil: You can use lemon juice or broth for an oil-free version.
- Seasonings: Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes if you want your Italian sheet pan dinner to have a kick to it!
- For serving: Fresh basil leaves and grated vegan Parmesan are optional, but I love adding them for garnish and extra flavor.
How to Make Vegan Italian Sheet Pan Dinner
- Assemble: Preheat your oven to 425ºF. Add all of the ingredients (except the basil and vegan Parmesan) to a sheet pan and toss to coat. Spread in a single layer on the pan.
- Roast: Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, stirring halfway through the cooking time, until the tomatoes are bursting, the sausage is browned, the veggies are tender, and the gnocchi is crispy. Garnish with basil and vegan Parm before serving, if desired.
Tips and Variations
- Swap out the sausage: If you're not a fan of vegan sausage, you can use chickpeas or white beans instead. Or try store-bought vegan chicken substitute or a homemade Vegan Chicken.
- Add a drizzle at the end: A drizzle of balsamic glaze or pesto would also be delicious additions!
- Make it a feast: While this is a complete meal on its own, you can serve it with garlic bread, a crisp salad, or vegan Caesar for an Italian-inspired spread.
What to Serve With This Vegan Italian Sheet Pan Dinner
How to Store and Reheat
- Refrigerator: Transfer the cooled roasted gnocchi sheet pan dinner to an airtight container and refrigerate for 3 to 4 days.
- To reheat: Warm up your leftovers in a nonstick skillet set over medium heat or in a 350ºF oven. You can also warm individual portions in the microwave.
- Great for meal prep: Cook the sheet pan meal, let it cool, then portion into single-serve containers. Store in the fridge for an easy grab-and-go meal that reheats perfectly in the microwave.
If you try this vegan Italian sheet pan dinner recipe, let us know by leaving a comment, rating it, and don't forget to tag @itdoesnttastelikechicken on Instagram. You can also pin this recipe on Pinterest to save it for later!
Bon appetegan!
Sam Turnbull.
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Vegan Italian Sheet Pan Dinner
Just toss everything on a pan and bake. Dinner doesn't get easier than that! This Vegan Italian Sheet Pan Dinner features pillowy gnocchi, juicy cherry tomatoes, roasted zucchini, caramelized onions, garlicky Italian herbs, and hearty vegan sausage, all roasted together until golden, crispy, and full of flavor.
Servings: small servings or 2-3 large
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Ingredients
- 1 lb (454g) shelf-stable or refrigerated gnocchi, (check to make sure it's vegan as some brands contain egg)
- 1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes, (about 2 cups)
- 2 vegan sausages, sliced (I used Beyond Meat Hot Italian Sausage, see notes for protein swaps)
- 1 medium zucchini, sliced into half moons (or sub 1 bell pepper, or 2 cups mushrooms or eggplant)
- 1 small red onion, thickly sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced or pressed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
- Pinch crushed red pepper flakes, (optional, for spice)
- Fresh basil leaves, (optional for serving)
- Grated vegan parmesan, (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Assemble the sheet pan: On a large baking sheet, add the gnocchi, cherry tomatoes, sliced sausages, zucchini, red onion, and garlic. Drizzle with olive oil, then sprinkle Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using) over top. Toss everything directly on the pan until evenly coated, then spread into a single layer for even roasting.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the tomatoes are juicy and bursting, the gnocchi is golden and crispy on the edges, and the sausage is browned.
- Serve: Plate hot and garnish with fresh basil and a sprinkle of vegan parmesan, if desired.
Notes
Storage: Allow to cool then store in an air-tight container in the fridge for 3-4 days.
Gnocchi: Use shelf-stable or refrigerated gnocchi. No need to pre-boil, just toss it on the pan. Always check the label for egg.
Using Homemade Gnocchi? Boil homemade vegan gnocchi first until it floats (1–2 minutes), then drain and let dry slightly before roasting.
Sausage Options: Use your favorite plant-based Italian-style sausage like Field Roast, Gusta, or Beyond. You can also sub in chickpeas, white beans, or vegan chicken-style pieces. For homemade, try my Italian Seitan Sausages (steam before using).
Oil-Free Option: Skip the oil and line your pan with parchment paper. Toss everything with a splash of veggie broth or lemon juice instead. Gnocchi won’t get crispy but the flavors are still delicious.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving (recipe makes 4 servings) | Calories: 399kcal | Carbohydrates: 55g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Sodium: 927mg | Potassium: 626mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 1105IU | Vitamin C: 28mg | Calcium: 124mg | Iron: 7mg
Elena says
A real winner! this is such an easy weeknight meal, paired with some vegan pesto it's easy and delightful!
T says
Wow! So simple to throw together, toss it, throw it on a pan and that’s it. I added brussels sprouts on my sheet. Had them in the fridge and they needed to be used. Turned out really good. Sprinkle of red pepper flakes added a nice heat to it.
I never toss anything when it’s on a cooking sheet. Beyond my skill level and just doesn’t work for me. I pre-tossed everything in a bowl with the oil & seasoning, then spread evenly on the sheet. Came out perfect! Then a dusting of cashew parm as soon as it came out.
Again (yup still saying it), wish I could post a pic 😆. [Large baking pan, yellow gnocchi, red bursting tomatoes, brown sausage, green zucchini, green brussels sprouts. All topped with a dusting of cashew parm 😋]
Another favourite pic on FB & Insta. People are starting to invite themselves over for dinner. Might have to space out my posts.
Always tag IDTLC in all my posts so people can find the recipes.
Sam Turnbull @ It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken says
T, this comment made me laugh 😂 I LOVE your method (pre-tossing in a bowl is 100% the way). And adding brussels + cashew parm sounds absolutely perfect!
Diane says
I made this and took to my daughter. My son-in-law loved it. Had seconds and told me it was really good. He is rhe gourmand of the family so I was pretty pleased. I also like it and will definitely be making it again
Sam Turnbull @ It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken says
Yay! SO happy it was a hit and even got the gourmand stamp of approval! Thanks Diane 🙂
PeggyDoesCake says
I always do my best to try every single recipe you share; I just wish we had tried this one sooner. We just had this tonight with toasty bread and it was 10/10. Note to everyone: make this!!!
Sam Turnbull @ It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken says
This made my day!! 🙌 So happy you loved it — thank you for the enthusiastic recommendation!
Beth says
love this, a new fave in regular rotation
Sam Turnbull @ It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken says
Hi Beth! Yay!! So happy it’s a new fave 😊
Heather Gosnell says
I absolutely love this dish! I have made it about weekly since I discovered it a couple of months ago. So versatile, have made it with beans as the protein and substituted peppers for the squash. Always turns out great. My non-vegan daughter loves it, too!
Sam Turnbull @ It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken says
So happy you loved it, Heather. Love your veggie swaps too!
Janice says
Thank you for the e-books!
Sam Turnbull @ It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken says
You’re so welcome, Janice! Hope you enjoy them! 💛
Nicole says
So delicious!!! Instead of sausages, I used broken up Beyond Meat burger patties, and this worked great.
Sam Turnbull @ It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken says
Oh great idea! SO happy you enjoyed it Nicole!
Katherine Adelman says
LOVE this recipe!!! The gnocchi was a little chewy for my taste, but I boiled them for 2-3 minutes the 2nd time I made it; and, it was perfect for me. So delicious!!!!!!
Sam Turnbull @ It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken says
So happy you enjoyed it Katherine! The gnocchi can also vary based on brand, but your trick is perfect. Thanks for the review 😉
Barbara says
I just wanted to come back after finally trying this recipe. I don't know why I hesitated to try this. But this recipe is a huge bang for the buck. I was surprised how quickly and easily it all came together. Now I am going to try all of your other sheet pan recipes. Thank you so much!
Sam Turnbull @ It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken says
Yay! That makes me so happy! Thanks for trying it and for the review Barbara 🙂