Bean Bolognese–Eating Well

Traditional Bolognese sauce is made with meat, but this vegetarian version uses beans for a hearty and nutritious twist.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 50 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 17.

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Bean Bolognese–Eating Well

Cooking Method: Saute, Simmer Cuisine: Italian Courses: Dinner, Lunch, Main Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 50 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1400

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 teaspoon Olive oil
• 1 medium Onion
• 1 medium Carrot
• 2 medium Celery stalks
• 3 minced Garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoon Tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Dried basil
• 1 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
• 1 can (28 ounces) Crushed tomatoes
• 1 cup Cooked lentils
• 1 cup Cooked kidney beans
• 1 cup Cooked black beans
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 8 ounces Whole wheat spaghetti
• optional for garnish Fresh basil leaves

Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion, carrot, and celery. Cook until vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
2. Add garlic, tomato paste, oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 1 minute.
3. Stir in crushed tomatoes, lentils, kidney beans, and black beans. Season with salt and black pepper. Simmer for 20 minutes.
4. Meanwhile, cook whole wheat spaghetti according to package instructions.
5. Serve the bean bolognese over cooked spaghetti. Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired.
6. Enjoy your delicious Bean Bolognese!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 50g17%

Sugars 8g

Protein 15g30%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.