Lentil Bolognese: An Easy, Flavorful Twist on a Classic Dish
A delicious and easy recipe for lentil bolognese, perfect for any weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup lentils
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 carrot, diced
- 1 celery stalk, diced
- 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, carrot, and celery; cook until soft.
- Add lentils, crushed tomatoes, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes until lentils are tender.
- Serve over pasta or enjoy on its own.
Notes
- This bolognese sauce can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- For added flavor, try adding a splash of red wine while cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 6 grams
- Sodium: 400 milligrams
- Fat: 8 grams
- Saturated Fat: 1 gram
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 32 grams
- Fiber: 12 grams
- Protein: 12 grams
- Cholesterol: 0 milligrams
Keywords: Lentil bolognese, vegan bolognese, easy dinner, hearty sauce