Vegetarian Bolognese with Lentils

Ingredients - Serves 4

• Parmesan cheese - For serving
• Spaghetti - 8 oz
• Salt and pepper - To taste
• Italian seasoning - 1 teaspoon
• Vegetable broth - 2 cups
• Canned diced tomatoes - 1 can (14.5 oz)
• Tomato paste - 2 tablespoons
• Lentils - 1 cup, dried
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Celery - 1 stalk, finely chopped
• Carrot - 1, finely chopped
• Onion - 1, finely chopped
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons

Let's Get Started

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add the onion, carrot, celery, and garlic and cook until the vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the lentils, tomato paste, diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 45 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.
4. While the sauce is simmering, cook the spaghetti according to the package instructions.
5. Serve the spaghetti topped with the lentil bolognese and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.

Dietary Info

• Dish Type: Main Course
• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 60 minutes
• Calories: 400
• Fat: 10g
• Carbs: 60g
• Protein: 20g
• Sodium: 500mg
• Sugar: 10g