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Lentil Bolognese Recipe

A hearty and delicious vegan bolognese made with lentils.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup lentils rinsed
  • 2 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 2 carrots diced
  • 2 stalks celery diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 can crushed tomatoes
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley chopped, optional

Instructions 

  1. Rinse lentils and set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  3. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until softened.
  4. Add garlic and cook for another minute.
  5. Stir in lentils, crushed tomatoes, vegetable broth, oregano, and basil.
  6. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 45 minutes.
  7. Season with salt and pepper.
  8. Serve with fresh parsley if desired.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 400mg | Potassium: 700mg | Fiber: 15g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 80mg | Iron: 4mg

Keywords

Bolognese, Lentils, Vegan
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