High Protein Classic Marinara Pasta Sauce

Elevate your pasta night with this High Protein Classic Marinara Pasta Sauce, a hearty and nutritious twist on the beloved Italian classic. Infused with the rich flavors of crushed tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and a medley of dried herbs like oregano, basil, and thyme, this recipe takes it a step further by incorporating protein-packed cooked lentils and a cheesy finish from nutritional yeast. Ready in just 35 minutes, this vegan-friendly marinara is perfect for busy weeknights, offering a wholesome boost without compromising on taste. Serve it over your favorite pasta, use it as a pizza base, or enjoy it as a flavorful dip. With its robust flavor, simple preparation, and high-protein content, this marinara sauce is a versatile, plant-based dish that’ll satisfy your cravings and fuel your day.

Nutriscore Rating: 86/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 unit medium onion, finely chopped
• 4 units garlic cloves, minced
• 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• 1.5 cups cooked lentils
• 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the finely chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes, until translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Pour in the crushed tomatoes and add the tomato paste, mixing well.

Step 5

Stir in dried oregano, dried basil, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper.

Step 6

Reduce heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Add the cooked lentils and nutritional yeast to the sauce, stirring to combine.

Step 8

Simmer for another 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 9

Stir in chopped fresh parsley, adjust seasoning as needed, and remove from heat.

Step 10

Serve the sauce over your choice of pasta or use as a pizza base or dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1307.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	903.7

Total Fat 31.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1299.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 123.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 40.4g	0%
Total Sugars 37.5g
Protein 43.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 309.2mg	0%
Iron 19.2mg	0%
Potassium 3691.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 29.7%

Protein: 18.3%

Carbs: 51.9%