Lentil Bolognese
This lentil bolognese is a delicious and comforting high protein vegan recipe to help with your bodybuilding goals.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 sweet onion finely diced
- 2 large carrots finely diced
- 2 celery stalks finely diced
- 3 cups mushrooms sliced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tbsp vegan Worcestershire sauce
- 3/4 cup dried lentils
- 24 oz marinara sauce
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat a large pot over medium heat and add the olive oil.
- Once hot, add the onion, carrot, celery, and mushrooms. Add a generous pinch of salt and pepper and saute for about 10 minutes, stirring frequently, until soft and fragrant.
- Add the garlic and saute for another 1-2 minutes.
- Add the basil, oregano, and tomato paste. Saute for another minute.
- Add the balsamic, Worcestershire, lentils, marinara, and vegetable broth. Stir and bring to a simmer.
- Reduce the heat to medium low and cover the pot with a lid. Simmer for about 1 hour, stirring every 10 minutes, or until the lentils are cooked through completely. Taste and add more salt as desired.
- Serve with pasta and enjoy!
Nutrition
Calories: 189kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 0.5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 957mg | Potassium: 962mg | Fiber: 11g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 4774IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 68mg | Iron: 4mg