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20-Minute Vegan Red Lentil Bolognese

This Longevity-Supporting Vegan Pasta Dish Is Blue Zone Approved

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • ½ yellow onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 3 tbsp nutritional yeast
  • ½ tsp sea salt
  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 2 diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup cremini mushrooms, minced
  • ½ cup dry red lentils (rinsed)
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • 2 cups pasta sauce of choice
  • Top with vegan Parmesan

Method

  1. In a pot over medium heat, add the onion, garlic, and olive oil. Cook until softened, approximately 2 minutes.
  2. Add the oregano, nutritional yeast, and salt, and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  3. Stir in the cremini mushrooms and diced tomatoes and allow to cook down for approximately 2 more minutes. Add the red lentils, broth, and tomato sauce at this point.
  4. Bring the sauce to a boil and then simmer over medium heat for approximately 20 minutes until the lentils are cooked through.

By: Eliza Sullivan for mbg nutrition & health writer

https://www.mindbodygreen.com/articles/vegan-red-lentil-bolognese-recipe