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Lentil Bolognese with Spaghetti

Lentil Bolognese with Spaghetti is a healthy vegan & plant-based dinner recipe. It's full of plant- based protein and is a perfectly healthy family meal which is so delicious and easy to make
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
no resting time required: 0 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 445kcal
Author: Anjali

INGREDIENTS

  • 12 oz Spaghetti or any other pasta you like
  • ½ cup Brown Lentil 120gm (washed, rinsed & drained)
  • 1 teaspoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1 medium sized Onion finely chopped
  • 1 medium sized Carrot finely chopped
  • 2-3 stalks Scallions finely chopped (or use Celery)
  • 9-10 cloves Garlic minced
  • ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • ½ teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • ½ teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • ½ teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • ½ teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes
  • ½ teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust as your taste
  • 1 can Tomato and juices
  • 1 cup Water
  • Freshly chopped Basil Leaves

INSTRUCTIONS

  • Cook the spaghetti as per package instructions or cook them in a pot of boiling water with some salt until al dente. Drain the water and keep it aside.
  • In a 6-quart Pot, add some Olive oil. As the oil shimmers, add the chopped onions, chopped carrots, chopped scallions, and minced garlic. Stir briefly and allow the veggies to tenderize over medium-low heat for 2-3 minutes.
  • Now, add the spices - Garlic powder, Onion Powder, Smoked Paprika, Ground Cumin, Oregano, Red Pepper Flakes, Ground Black Pepper, and salt. Toss to combine and cook the spices for 2-3 minutes until the raw smell goes away.
    Now, add the canned tomatoes and the lentil. Stir until combined.
  • Add some water and cover cook the Lentil bolognese sauce for 20-30 minutes. Stir in between.
  • Serve the Lentil Bolognese sauce over a bed of cooked Spaghetti with some freshly chopped basil on top. Enjoy!

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Notes

You can store the leftover Lentil Bolognese sauce in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for 2 weeks. You can also freeze this in an air-tight container for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reuse.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Lentil Bolognese with Spaghetti
Amount Per Serving
Calories 445 Calories from Fat 27
% Daily Value*
Fat 3g5%
Saturated Fat 0.5g3%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
Monounsaturated Fat 1g
Sodium 610mg27%
Potassium 586mg17%
Carbohydrates 86g29%
Fiber 12g50%
Sugar 5g6%
Protein 19g38%
Vitamin A 2947IU59%
Vitamin C 7mg8%
Calcium 72mg7%
Iron 4mg22%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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