Lentil Bolognese
A rich, slow-simmered lentil Bolognese with earthy mushrooms, walnuts, herbs, and a robust tomato and red wine sauce.
Servings 12 servings
Calories 168kcal
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large yellow onion diced
- 4 large garlic cloves pressed
- 3 cups diced portobello mushrooms
- 3/4 cup chopped walnuts
- 1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 1/2 teaspoons dried basil
- 1 1/2 teaspoons dried rosemary
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
- 2 15-ounce cans crushed tomato
- 5 ounce tomato paste
- 3 cups cooked green lentils 1 cup dry
- 1/2 cup red wine
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a cast iron Dutch oven or large saucepan over medium-low heat.
- Add the onion, mushrooms, walnuts, and garlic. Cook for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender.
- Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and seasonings. Bring to a gentle simmer, cover, and cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in the cooked lentils and red wine. Simmer uncovered for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and black pepper if needed. Serve hot over cooked pasta and garnish as desired.
Notes
- Reheat gently on the stovetop over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally. Add a splash of water or vegetable broth if the sauce becomes too thick.
- For a vegan meal, be sure to use a vegan wine and serve the finished sauce with a vegan Parmesan alternative if desired.
- Leftover lentil Bolognese can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Freeze the cooled sauce in freezer-safe containers for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
Nutrition
Calories: 168kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.001g | Sodium: 196mg | Potassium: 493mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 218IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 36mg | Iron: 3mg
