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!
When you want a warm, hearty, dish to serve for dinner, a bolognese is a great option.
This vegan bolognese uses black lentils, which make a fabulous substitute for the texture of ground beef.
This dish is super pantry friendly. The sauce starts with a few fresh veggies but primarily leverages dry spices and canned tomatoes. You don't need tons of fresh produce to make a flavorful meal.
Serve this tasty bolognese over pasta for a complete meal, with protein, healthy carbohydrates, veggies, and fiber!
Bolognese is an Italian dish. It's a beef sauce that starts with veggies like onion, celery, and carrot, and finishes with tomatoes. The mixture is simmered and reduced to create a thick sauce.
This vegan version of bolognese keeps all the same flavors of a traditional bolognese, and replaces the meat with lentils!
Step 1. In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté the onion, celery, and garlic for 5 minutes, until fragrant.
Step 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.
Step 3. Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to the package instructions.
Step 4. When the bolognese has reduced and the lentils are tender, serve on top of the pasta with a garnish of fresh basil. Enjoy!
Yes! Feel free to use brown or green lentils in place of the black lentils. Do not sub red or yellow lentils - they are much softer and will result in a very mushy sauce.
Store any leftovers in the fridge. They will last for up to a week.
Thank you God for this bolognese pasta. Thank you for this hearty, healthy dinner to enjoy. Amen.
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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!
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