Pasta With Lentil Sauce and Feta (Vegetarian)

May 29, 2023May 29, 20230 1
Pasta with Lentil Sauce and Feta (Vegetarian)
in Pasta

Prep

10 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion , finely chopped
1 carrot , finely chopped
2 stalks celery , finely chopped
2 garlic cloves , crushed
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 can diced tomatoes
1/2 cup water
1 can brown lentils
300 g spaghetti
100 g feta , crumbled
300 -400 g fresh green beans ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4-6
Calories
585
Sugar
9g
Fat
16g
This Pasta with Lentil Sauce and Feta recipe offers a unique spin on traditional pasta dishes. It's a hearty, vegetarian pasta that's perfect for a cold winter night. The sauce is thick, and the lentils give it a nice texture. The feta provides a tangy, salty flavor that balances out the savory flavors in the dish. You can add green beans for an extra pop of color, but it's delicious either way!

Instructions

1.Heat olive oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat.
2.Add the onion, carrot, and celery to the pan, and sauté until the vegetables are tender and golden brown.
3.Add garlic, cumin, and tomato paste. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
4.Pour in the diced tomatoes, water, and lentils with their liquid. Bring to a boil.
5.Reduce heat and simmer until the sauce has thickened and vegetables are tender, about 20 minutes.
6.Meanwhile, cook the spaghetti according to package instructions.
7.Once pasta is cooked to your liking, drain it and return it to the pot. Stir in the lentil sauce.
8.Serve pasta hot, with crumbled feta and fresh green beans on top if desired.

PROS

This vegetarian dish is a great source of protein and fiber.

It’s easy to make and uses inexpensive ingredients.

It’s also versatile; you can substitute different pasta shapes or add veggies according to your preference.

CONS

Some people may not like the taste of lentils, but they can easily be masked by the other flavors in the sauce.

The cooking time for the sauce is longer than cooking just pasta.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Lentils are known for their high levels of protein, fiber, iron, and other nutrients that help support heart health and digestion.
Spaghetti provides an excellent source of carbohydrates and a small amount of protein.
Green beans are low in calories and a great source of vitamin C and fiber.

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