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Lentil & Hemp Heart Bolognese

This hearty Lentil & Hemp Heart Bolognese combines nutritious lentils and protein-rich hemp hearts in a savory tomato sauce, creating a flavorful and wholesome meal. Packed with plant-based goodness, it offers a deliciously satisfying twist on a classic pasta dish.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Servings: 8
Ingredients
  • 14 oz rigatoni, penne, or other short pasta (gluten-free if preferred)
  • 2 tablespoon(s) olive oil
  • 1 large yellow onion chopped
  • 2 medium carrots peeled and chopped
  • 2 rib(s) celery chopped
  • 4 clove(s) garlic rough chopped
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon(s) salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon(s) pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon(s) red pepper flakes (optional for spice)
  • 2 1/4 teaspoon(s) Herbs de Provence (or sub 3/4 teaspoon each dried thyme, dried rosemary, and dried oregano)
  • 1/4 cup(s) tomato paste
  • 1 1/4 cup(s) dried green lentils
  • 1 14oz can(s) diced tomatoes
  • 3 1/2 cup(s) vegetable broth
  • 3/4 cup(s) hemp hearts
  • 2 teaspoon(s) balsamic vinegar
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Instructions
  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil and then cook pasta according to the instructions on the packaging.
  • Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes, stirring until fragrant. Lower the heat to medium and add the carrots, celery, garlic, salt, pepper, red pepper flakes, and herbs, stir to combine and sauté for 7-8 minutes.
  • Add the tomato paste, diced tomatoes, lentils, vegetable broth and hemp hearts. Bring to a boil, cover with a lid, lower the heat to low, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the lentils are tender.
  • Remove the lid from the pot and continue cooking until most of the liquid has reduced. Stir in the balsamic vinegar, taste, and adjust the seasoning, adding more salt, pepper, balsamic vinegar and red pepper flakes to taste.
  • Serve the sauce with cooked pasta.
Notes
For oil-free: simply omit the oil and instead do a water or broth sauté.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving (recipe makes 8 servings) | Calories: 470kcal | Carbohydrates: 66g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Sodium: 943mg | Potassium: 688mg | Fiber: 13g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 3134IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 94mg | Iron: 7mg

Find it online:

https://www.easyveganmealplan.com/recipe/lentil-hemp-seeds-bolognese/