One Pot Italian Pasta and Lentils

Name: One Pot Italian Pasta and Lentils
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 55 min
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 2 tbsp olive oil (extra virgin); 1/2 cup celery (small dice); 1/2 cup carrots (small dice); 1/2 cup onion (small dice); 1 tbsp tomato paste; 150 grams dry lentils (rinsed); 170 grams small pasta (like small shells or ditali); 1.3 litres water (approximate); salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Prep:5minCook:50min

This Italian pasta and lentil dish is a winning dish that only takes one pot to make. Made with celery, carrot, onion, dry lentils and pasta, it's a simple dish that simmers on the stove, but one you'll be turning to time and time again.

Updated at: Mon, 29 Jun 2026 00:12:03 GMT