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Spicy Red Pasta with Lentils

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450
A hearty and flavorful vegan pasta dish combining tender lentils with spicy tomato sauce and fresh herbs.

Ingredients

Lentils and Water

  • 0.5 cup dry red lentils (rinsed in cool water for 1 minute)
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 pinch sea salt

Sauce and Herbs

  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 0.25 cup diced carrots (very finely diced)
  • 0.25 cup diced tomatoes (optional)
  • 1 15-ounce can tomato sauce
  • 2 Tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 pinch sea salt (plus more to taste)
  • 0.5 tsp red chili flakes (divided)
  • 1 Tbsp dried or fresh oregano
  • 1 Tbsp dried or fresh basil
  • 1-2 Tbsp sweetener of choice (such as organic cane sugar or coconut sugar)
  • 1 Tbsp vegan parmesan cheese

Pasta

  • 8 ounces gluten-free pasta

Instructions 

  • Cook lentils in water until al dente (15-20 minutes), drain and set aside.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet, sauté garlic and carrots for 3 minutes, then add tomato sauce, tomato paste, salt, chili flakes, herbs, sweetener, and vegan cheese; stir to combine.
  • Simmer sauce over low heat for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Cook pasta according to package instructions, then drain.
  • Add cooked lentils to the sauce, stir to combine, and serve over pasta or mix pasta into sauce.

Notes

Adjust seasonings to taste and serve fresh for best flavor. Store leftovers in the refrigerator up to 3 days and reheat with a splash of water if needed.
Calories: 450kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Fusion
Keyword: Lentils, Pasta, Vegan