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One-Pot Lentil Bolognese

featured in 5 Easy Ways To Replace Ground Beef

A hearty and flavorful vegetarian meal made with lentils, mushrooms, and tomatoes, simmered in a fragrant sauce with Italian herbs, this dish is quick and easy to make in one pot.

Merle O'Neal
Tasty Team
May 14, 2023
95% would make again
One-Pot Lentil Bolognese

Inspired by plantbasedjane.com

Ingredients

for 4 servings

  • 8 oz dried spathetti (225 g)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • ½ large yellow onion, minced
  • 2 medium carrots, sliced
  • 1 stalk celery, sliced
  • 4 cups white mushroom (300 g), sliced
  • 1 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
  • 1 teaspoon pepper, plus more to taste
  • ½ cup red wine (120 mL)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 28 oz diced organic tomato (795 g)
  • ¼ cup tomato paste (55 g)
  • 2 cups vegetable broth (480 mL)
  • 1 cup dried brown lentils (200 g)
  • ½ teaspoon dried basil
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon dried rosemary
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ cup finely chopped fresh parsley (10 g), for garnish

Nutrition Info

  • Calories 939
  • Fat 39g
  • Carbs 117g
  • Fiber 10g
  • Sugar 20g
  • Protein 23g

Estimated values based on one serving size.

Preparation

  1. In a large pot, cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  2. Heat the olive oil in the same pot over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté until translucent, about 2 minutes.
  3. Stir in the carrots, celery, mushrooms, salt, and pepper. Sauté until mushrooms have cooked down and are turning golden, about 5 minutes.
  4. Add the wine and simmer until most of the liquid is absorbed, about 4 minutes.
  5. Add the garlic and stir to combine, then add the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, broth, lentils, basil, oregano, rosemary, and baking soda. Stir to combine.
  6. Bring to a boil, then cover, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for 40 minutes, until the bolognese is thickened.
  7. Serve the bolognese over the pasta, or, for a lighter option, use zucchini noodles or spaghetti squash.
  8. Garnish with parsley.
  9. Enjoy!
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