# Lentil Bolognese

A rich meat free bolognese made with red lentils. Kids rarely notice the swap.

35 min. Serves 4. 450 kcal per serving.

## What you need

- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 carrot, grated
- 150g red lentils, rinsed
- 1 tin chopped tomatoes (400g)
- 500ml vegetable stock
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 300g spaghetti (wheat)

## How to make it

Lentil Bolognese

1. **Step 1**: Soften the onion and carrot in oil for 6 minutes.
2. **Step 2**: Add the lentils, tomatoes, stock and oregano and simmer for 20 minutes until thick.
3. **Step 3**: Cook the spaghetti and serve together.

## Nutrition per serving

Per serving, rounded. These are estimates, not a prescription.

| Per serving | Amount |
| --- | --- |
| Energy | 450 kcal |
| Protein | 19 g |
| Carbohydrate | 82 g |
| Fat | 5 g |

This recipe fits these eating styles by the numbers and the ingredients: Mediterranean.

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Last updated: 2026-09-24