Vegetarian Sausage Bolognese

Discover the ultimate comfort food with this hearty and flavorful Vegetarian Sausage Bolognese! This plant-based twist on the classic Italian dish combines crumbled vegetarian sausages with a rich tomato and red wine sauce, enhanced by aromatic garlic, onions, carrots, and celery. Perfectly seasoned with dried oregano, basil, and bay leaves, the sauce simmers to perfection, creating a robust and satisfying meal. Served atop tender spaghetti and finished with a sprinkling of Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley, this vegetarian spaghetti bolognese is a delightful option for both meat-free meals and family dinners. Ready in under an hour, this recipe is as easy as it is irresistible!

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 links vegetarian sausages
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, finely chopped yellow onion
• 2 medium, peeled and diced carrots
• 2 diced celery stalks
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 28 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 0.5 cup red wine
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 bay leaves
• 12 ounces spaghetti
• 0.5 cup, grated Parmesan cheese
• 0.25 cup, chopped fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Begin by preparing the vegetarian sausages: crumble or finely chop the sausage links.

Step 2

Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the chopped sausages and cook until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Remove from the pan and set aside.

Step 3

In the same pan, add the chopped onion, diced carrots, and diced celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until vegetables are soft.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 5

Stir in the tomato paste and cook for another minute, to enhance its flavors.

Step 6

Pour in the crushed tomatoes, vegetable broth, and red wine. Stir to combine.

Step 7

Add the dried oregano, dried basil, sugar, salt, pepper, and bay leaves. Mix well.

Step 8

Return the browned sausage to the pan, and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.

Step 9

Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let the sauce simmer for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 10

While the sauce is simmering, cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Step 11

Once the sauce has thickened and flavors have melded together, adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 12

Serve the Vegetarian Sausage Bolognese over cooked spaghetti.

Step 13

Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2650.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2221.1

Total Fat 79.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 19.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.5g
Cholesterol 44.5mg	0%
Sodium 6345.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 264.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 50.3g	0%
Total Sugars 72.3g
Protein 106.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1261.7mg	0%
Iron 26.5mg	0%
Potassium 6520.0mg	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: 32.4%

Protein: 19.4%

Carbs: 48.2%