Plenty O Veggies Bolognese Sauce

Packed with a rainbow of fresh vegetables, "Plenty O Veggies Bolognese Sauce" is a hearty, plant-based twist on the classic Italian favorite. This nutrient-rich sauce combines sautéed onions, carrots, celery, zucchini, red bell peppers, and baby bella mushrooms with the bold flavors of garlic, crushed tomatoes, and aromatic herbs like basil and oregano. A splash of vegetable broth enhances the depth of flavor, while fresh spinach and basil lend brightness and vibrancy to the dish. Perfect for pasta, rice, or as a lasagna filling, this veggie-loaded bolognese is a satisfying meal option for vegetarians and anyone looking to add more wholesome ingredients to their dinner routine. Prep it in just 20 minutes, let it simmer to perfection, and serve up a guilt-free, crowd-pleasing dinner!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large (diced) yellow onion
• 2 medium (diced) carrots
• 2 medium (diced) celery stalks
• 1 medium (diced) zucchini
• 1 medium (diced) red bell pepper
• 8 ounces (finely chopped) baby bella mushrooms
• 4 minced garlic cloves
• 28 ounces (1 can) crushed tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups baby spinach
• 0.25 cup (chopped) fresh basil leaves

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion, carrots, and celery. Sauté for 5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.

Step 3

Stir in the zucchini, red bell pepper, and mushrooms. Cook for another 5 minutes until the veggies release their moisture.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, vegetable broth, oregano, basil, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let cook for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Uncover the pot and stir in the baby spinach. Cook for 2 minutes until wilted.

Step 8

Remove from heat and stir in the fresh basil for added brightness.

Step 9

Serve hot over your favorite pasta, rice, or use it as a lasagna filling. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2484.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1045.6

Total Fat 49.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5411.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 135.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 37.0g	0%
Total Sugars 74.2g
Protein 29.8g	0%

Vitamin D 15.9IU	0%
Calcium 592.1mg	0%
Iron 14.3mg	0%
Potassium 6068.7mg	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: 40.2%

Protein: 10.8%

Carbs: 49.0%