Red Lentil Bolognese

Name: Red Lentil Bolognese
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1 cup dried red lentils (rinsed well); 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 medium yellow onion (finely diced); 1 medium carrot (finely diced); 2 celery stalks (finely diced); 4 garlic cloves (minced); 2 tablespoons tomato paste; ½ cup red wine; 1 14-oz can crushed tomatoes; 1½ cups vegetable broth; 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 teaspoon salt (plus more to taste); ¼ teaspoon black pepper; 12 ounces spaghetti; Freshly grated parmesan (for serving); Fresh basil leaves (for serving)

Instructions

Prep:10minCook:35min

This red lentil Bolognese recipe combines tender red lentils, tomatoes, and vegetables into a rich, hearty sauce that tastes right at home over a bowl of spaghetti. It's an easy vegetarian pasta dinner made with simple pantry ingredients and plenty of classic Bolognese flavor.

Updated at: Sun, 31 May 2026 00:19:06 GMT