Hearty Lentil Bolognese
Plant-based lentil bolognese with zucchini. 340 calories, 18g protein, comforting and satisfying.
Hearty Lentil Bolognese has 340 calories per serving, with 18g protein, 52g carbs, 4g fat, and 16g fiber. Prep 10 min, cook 20 min.
Nutrition per serving
2 serving(s)
340
Calories
18g
Protein
36% DV
52g
Carbs
19% DV
4g
Fat
5% DV
* %DV based on a 2000 calorie diet
🫘 16g fiber per serving.
Nutrition values are estimates based on standard ingredient data and may vary with the brands and portions you use. How we calculate nutrition.
Prep Time
10 min
Cook Time
20 min
Servings
2
Est. Cost
$3.00
Hearty Lentil Bolognese
A plant-based version of the classic Italian pasta dish. Lentils replace meat, providing 18g of protein and 16g of fiber per serving. Served over zucchini “noodles” for a grain-free, low-carb option.
Ingredients
- 1 cup brown lentils (cooked)
- 1 zucchini, spiralized or julienned
- 1½ cups canned diced tomatoes
- ½ onion, diced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: 1 tbsp nutritional yeast for cheesy flavor
Instructions
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Sauté onion and garlic in olive oil until softened.
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Add lentils, tomatoes, and oregano. Simmer for 5 minutes.
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Add nutritional yeast and season with salt and pepper.
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Cook zucchini noodles in the sauce for 3-4 minutes, just until softened.
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Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil or parsley if available.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Per Serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 340 kcal |
| Protein | 18g |
| Carbs | 52g |
| Fat | 4g |
| Fiber | 16g |
Tips
- Serve over whole wheat pasta or brown rice if desired.
- Add red pepper flakes for heat.
- This freezes beautifully for meal prep.
Dietary tags
What do these tags mean?
- High protein
- ≥ 25g protein per serving.
- High fiber
- ≥ 8g fiber per serving.
- Meal prep
- Stores 3+ days in the fridge or is freezer-friendly with reheat instructions.
- Low calorie
- Under 300 calories per serving.
- No cook
- No heat source required — assemble and eat.
Definitions are consistent across the site. Nutrition values are estimates based on standard U.S. database values; actual results vary by brand and portion.
🧊 Storage & Reheat
Fridge
Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Freezer
Freezer-friendly — store up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
Reheat
Microwave 700W for 60–90 seconds, or until steaming hot throughout. Add a splash of broth or water to prevent drying.
Equipment
skillet
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