Vegan Black Lentil Bolognese

Name: Vegan Black Lentil Bolognese
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1 cup (175g) dried black lentils, debris removed and rinsed; 2 medium (600g) yellow onions; 2 ribs (120g) celery; 1 large carrot (125g); 6 cloves (30g) garlic; 1/4 cup (60 mL) olive oil; 2 tbsp (30 mL) soy sauce; 2 tbsp (30 mL) white or chickpea miso; 1/2 cup (120 mL) red wine, more as needed to thin; 1 28oz can crushed tomatoes; 1/4 cup (60 mL) tomato paste; 2 tsp dried basil; 1 tsp dried thyme; 1 heaping tbsp chopped fresh rosemary; salt, if needed, to taste; freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

Prep:10minCook:50min

This vegan bolognese uses black lentils for a meaty texture, and is slowly simmered to bring out the deepest and richest flavors from the sauce. It's even better on the second day!

Updated at: Fri, 21 Aug 2026 03:53:33 GMT