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Vegan Black Beluga Lentil Bolognese

Vegan Black Beluga Lentil Bolognese is a hearty and flavorful dinner. With just a few ingredients, this bolognese comes together easily, with minimal hands-on time!

Author:

Elizabeth | At Elizabeth's Table

Serves:

6

Prep:

15

minutes

Cook:

35

minutes

TOtal:

50

minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 Large Yellow Onion, minced
  • 3 Stalks Celery, minced
  • 1 Head Garlic (about 12 cloves), minced
  • 1 28 Ounce Can Crushed Tomatoes
  • 2 Cups Water
  • ⅔ Cup Black Beluga Lentils
  • 3 Tablespoons Tomato Paste
  • 1 Tablespoon Onion Powder
  • 1 Tablespoon Garlic Powder
  • 2 Teaspoons Dried Oregano
  • 2 Teaspoons Dried Basil
  • 1 Teaspoon Dried Thyme
  • 1 Teaspoon Salt
  • ¼ Teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 12 Ounces Linguine Pasta (I used chickpea linguine)
  • Fresh Basil

Instructions

  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté the onion, celery, and garlic for 5 minutes, until fragrant.
  2. Add the crushed tomatoes, water, lentils, tomato paste, onion powder, garlic powder, oregano, basil, thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine, then bring to a simmer, cover partially, and cook for 35-40 minutes until the lentils are tender.
  3. Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to the package instructions.
  4. When the bolognese has reduced and the lentils are tender, serve on top of the pasta with a garnish of fresh basil. Enjoy!