Description
This hearty lentil ragu is a comforting and flavorful dish, perfect for cozy dinners or gatherings. With its rich tomato base, tender lentils, and aromatic spices, it fills your kitchen with delightful scents that will make everyone feel at home. Serve it over pasta or enjoy it on its own for a nutritious and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup green or brown lentils, rinsed
- 2 medium carrots, diced
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 28 oz can crushed tomatoes
- 3 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onions and carrots until onions are translucent.
- Add minced garlic, oregano, thyme, and red pepper flakes; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in lentils, crushed tomatoes, and tomato paste until combined.
- Pour in vegetable broth to cover the mixture. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to low; let simmer uncovered for 30 minutes until lentils are tender.
- Taste and adjust seasonings if needed. Mix in fresh herbs just before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 13g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg