Beef and Lentil Bolognese over Whole Wheat Pasta
Beef and Lentil Bolognese over Whole Wheat Pasta is a comforting and nutritious dish that combines lean ground beef with protein-packed lentils in a rich tomato sauce, served on nutty whole wheat pasta. Perfect for family dinners or cozy weeknights, this recipe is easy enough for beginners yet impressive enough to wow your guests. Each savory bite is a delightful experience that brings warmth and satisfaction to your table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup green or brown lentils (rinsed)
- 12 oz whole wheat pasta
- 1 medium onion (finely chopped)
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 28 oz canned crushed tomatoes
- 1 medium carrot (finely diced)
- 2 celery stalks (chopped)
- 2 tsp dried Italian herbs
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté onions, garlic, carrot, and celery until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Add ground beef; cook until browned (around 5 minutes). Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Stir in lentils and crushed tomatoes; sprinkle with dried herbs.
- Add enough water or broth to cover the mixture; bring to a boil then reduce heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Meanwhile, cook whole wheat pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain.
- Serve pasta topped with the Bolognese sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg