Best Hearty Lentil Spaghetti Recipes

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HEARTY LENTIL SPAGHETTI



Hearty Lentil Spaghetti image

"You won't miss any meat in this spaghetti sauce," writes Marie Bender of Henderson, Nevada. Packed full of lentils and Italian flavors, this sauce is thick, hearty and zesty.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

3/4 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1-1/2 cups dried lentils, rinsed
4 cups vegetable broth
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Italian diced tomatoes
1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
1 teaspoon white vinegar
1-1/2 teaspoons dried basil
1-1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
12 ounces uncooked spaghetti
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan coated with cooking spray, saute onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the lentils, broth, pepper and cayenne. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20-30 minutes or until lentils are tender. , Stir in the tomatoes, tomato paste, vinegar, basil and oregano. Return to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 40-45 minutes., Cook spaghetti according to package directions; drain. Serve with lentil sauce. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 362 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 764mg sodium, Carbohydrate 65g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 14g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

SPAGHETTI WITH LENTILS, TOMATO AND FENNEL



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There are many recipes for pasta with lentils, a multitude of which are thick and stewlike, more lentil than pasta. This one emphasizes the pasta. The hearty lentil topping is a bit like a Bolognese ragù, and the addition of fennel - seeds, bulb and chopped green fronds - gives it surprising brightness and zest. For even more flavor, add some of your stored-away Parmesan rinds to the sauce. (Carnivores can add a little chopped anchovy or Italian fennel sausage.)

Provided by David Tanis

Categories     beans, pastas, main course

Time 1h

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup small lentils, such as Castelluccio or Puy
A small piece of Parmesan rind (optional)
Kosher salt and black pepper
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
1 small onion, diced (about 1 cup)
2 small fennel bulbs, diced (about 2 cups), lacy green fronds finely chopped and reserved
1/2 teaspoon crushed fennel seeds
1/2 teaspoon red-pepper flakes
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup tomato passata or crushed canned tomato
1 pound spaghetti
Shavings of ricotta salata or pecorino cheese

Steps:

  • Rinse lentils. Put them in a saucepan and cover with water by 1 inch. Toss in Parmesan rind, if using. Add a good pinch of salt and place over high heat. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer and cook until soft, about 30 minutes. Drain lentils and reserve cooking water.
  • As lentils cook, put 3 tablespoons oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. When oil is wavy, add diced onion and fennel, and season with salt and pepper. Add fennel seeds and red-pepper flakes. Cook, stirring, until softened and slightly caramelized, about 10 minutes.
  • Add garlic, passata and 2 or 3 tablespoons finely chopped fennel fronds. Stir to combine and add drained lentils. Turn heat to medium and simmer for 10 minutes or so, until somewhat thickened. Taste and correct seasoning, then cook for 5 minutes more, so the flavors meld. Add lentil cooking water as necessary to keep everything saucy.
  • As sauce cooks, set a large pot of salted water to boil. Cook the spaghetti until al dente. Divide among individual bowls and ladle sauce over each serving. Top with shavings of ricotta salata and more chopped fennel fronds. Drizzle with a little extra-virgin olive oil, if desired.

HEARTY RED LENTIL PASTA SAUCE



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With a hefty dose of protein in every single serving, this hearty, flavorful sauce makes just about anything a meal. Perfect for making ahead and freezing, too!

Provided by Kare for Kitchen Treaty

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion (diced)
1 green bell pepper (seeded and diced)
2 medium carrots (peeled and diced (about 1 cup))
6 cloves garlic (minced)
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 28-ounce can whole fire-roasted tomatoes (plain whole tomatoes will work fine too)
1 6-ounce can tomato paste
2 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
1/2 cup red wine (optional)
1 cup red lentils
1 tablespoon honey (or sub vegan-friendly granulated sugar if vegan)
1/2 cup minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onions, green peppers, and carrots, and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook, stirring, for one more minute.
  • Add the tomatoes, tomato paste, vegetable broth, wine (if using), lentils, and honey. Stir to incorporate. Heat until the mixture comes to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Simmer sauce for about 25 minutes or until the lentils are tender.
  • Stir in parsley. Taste and add additional salt and pepper if desired. Serve as desired.
  • Keeps refrigerated in an airtight container for 3-4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.

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