Vegetarian Bolognese Sauce Low Fat

Experience the rich and hearty flavors of this Vegetarian Bolognese Sauce, a low-fat twist on the classic Italian favorite! Packed with nutritious red lentils, earthy mushrooms, and a medley of finely diced vegetables, this recipe delivers the comforting taste of traditional bolognese while keeping it plant-based and waistline-friendly. Simmered with aromatic dried herbs, a splash of vegetable broth, and the tangy sweetness of crushed tomatoes, this sauce achieves a perfectly thick and velvety texture in just 45 minutes. Whether served over pasta, zucchini noodles, or used as a topping for baked dishes, this wholesome, protein-packed sauce is a satisfying and healthy option for any meal. Plus, it's easy to make ahead and ideal for weeknight dinners!

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 medium, finely diced Yellow onion
• 1 medium, finely diced Carrot
• 1 medium, finely diced Celery stalk
• 3 cloves, minced Garlic
• 200 grams, finely chopped Mushrooms
• 150 grams, rinsed Red lentils
• 400 grams Canned crushed tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 500 milliliters Vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Dried basil
• 1 leaf Bay leaf
• 0.5 teaspoon (or to taste) Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon (or to taste) Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons, chopped (for garnish, optional) Fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion, carrot, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the chopped mushrooms and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they release their moisture and start to brown.

Step 5

Add the rinsed red lentils, canned crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and vegetable broth to the pan. Stir well to combine.

Step 6

Season with dried oregano, dried basil, salt, black pepper, and add the bay leaf.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered for 30-35 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the lentils are tender and the sauce has thickened.

Step 8

Remove the bay leaf and adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.

Step 9

Serve the sauce over your favorite pasta, zucchini noodles, or as a topping for baked dishes. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1525.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	850.5

Total Fat 28.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3259.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 121.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 33.9g	0%
Total Sugars 43.0g
Protein 38.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 332.8mg	0%
Iron 14.2mg	0%
Potassium 4550.0mg	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: 28.6%

Protein: 17.3%

Carbs: 54.1%