Description
A hearty plant-based twist on a classic Italian Bolognese, loaded with wholesome ingredients and perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup lentils
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 celery stalks, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for sautéing
- Cooked pasta of choice
Instructions
- Heat a generous drizzle of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the diced onions, carrots, and celery, stirring gently until softened.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Toss in the cooked lentils, crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, dried oregano, and basil.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, and let the flavors mingle.
- Simmer for 25-30 minutes, occasionally stirring until the lentils are tender.
- Serve over your choice of cooked pasta.
Notes
For a zesty twist, add balsamic vinegar or crushed red pepper flakes. Can be stored for up to 5 days in the fridge.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg