Description
A hearty and satisfying twist on a classic Italian dish, this Vegan Lentil Bolognese is perfect for busy weeknights and meal prep, bringing together earthy lentils and vibrant vegetables in a rich tomato sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup lentils (brown or green)
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 carrot, diced
- 1 celery stalk, diced
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for sautรฉing
- Pasta of choice (for serving)
Instructions
- Heat a splash of olive oil in a pot over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, diced carrot, and diced celery. Sautรฉ until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the lentils, crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, dried oregano, and dried basil.
- Add water as needed to achieve your preferred sauce consistency.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Allow it to simmer for about 30 minutes, until the lentils are tender and flavors meld beautifully.
- Serve the Bolognese over your cooked pasta of choice.
Notes
Rinse lentils before use and feel free to swap herbs and spices to suit your taste. Consider blending a portion of the sauce for a creamier texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 15g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 0mg