Best 3 Sicilian Lentil Pasta Sauce Recipes
Sicilian lentil pasta sauce is a flavorful and hearty dish that is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. Made with lentils, tomatoes, and vegetables, this sauce is packed with protein and fiber, and it is also a good source of vitamins and minerals. This versatile sauce can be used to top your favorite pasta, or it can be used as a filling for tacos, burritos, or quesadillas. The recipe is very easy to follow and can be made in under an hour. It is also a great way to use up any leftover lentils you may have. In addition to the classic Sicilian lentil pasta sauce recipe, this article also includes recipes for a spicy lentil pasta sauce, a creamy lentil pasta sauce, and a vegan lentil pasta sauce. So whether you are looking for a classic recipe or something with a little more flair, you are sure to find a lentil pasta sauce recipe in this article that you will love.
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SICILIAN LENTIL PASTA SAUCE
This is a very nice, thick sauce. It has a meat taste, without the meat. Nice and hearty, great with a crusty bread on a cold, Fall day.
Provided by Jill
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes Pasta Sauce Recipes Vegetarian
Time 1h40m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Add onions, mushrooms, zucchini, and garlic. Cook and stir until tender, about 5 minutes.
- Add lentils and 3 cups water to vegetables. Bring to a rolling boil, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook 45 to 60 minutes.
- Stir in tomato sauce, tomato paste, sugar, and 1/2 cup water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes. If necessary, add more water to keep the sauce from sticking. Be careful not to dilute; the sauce should be quite thick.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 145 calories, Carbohydrate 25.5 g, Fat 1.8 g, Fiber 9.7 g, Protein 8.9 g, SaturatedFat 0.3 g, Sodium 466.1 mg, Sugar 7.5 g
SICILIAN LENTIL PASTA SAUCE
This is a great chunky vegetarian pasta sauce which almost tastes meaty. It is easy to sneak a few more vegetables in there if desired. The sugar is not strictly necessary and you may be able to omit the second lot of water. My toddler LOVED this recipe and couldn't get enough.
Provided by Missy Wombat
Categories Sauces
Time 1h40m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat.
- Add onions, mushrooms, zucchini and garlic.
- Cook while stirring over medium heat for about 5 minutes.
- Add lentils[I like the orange ones] and 3 cups water to the vegetables.
- Turn up the heat and bring to a boil, stirring occasionally.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook 45 to 60 minutes.
- Stir in tomato sauce, tomato paste, sugar, and 1/2 cup water.
- Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes.
- If necessary, add more water to keep the sauce from sticking.
- Be careful not to dilute; the sauce should be quite thick.
SICILIAN LENTIL PASTA SAUCE
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Add onions, mushrooms, zucchini, and garlic. Cook and stir until tender, about 5 minutes.
- Add lentils and 3 cups water to vegetables. Bring to a rolling boil, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook 45 to 60 minutes.
- Stir in tomato sauce, tomato paste, sugar, and 1/2 cup water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes.
- If necessary, add more water to keep the sauce from sticking. Be careful not to dilute; the sauce should be quite thick.
Tips:
- To save time, use pre-cooked lentils or canned lentils.
- If you don't have vegetable broth, you can use water instead.
- Add more or less red pepper flakes, depending on your desired spice level.
- For a thicker sauce, simmer for a longer period of time.
- Serve over your favorite pasta, such as spaghetti, penne, or rigatoni. You can also serve it over rice or quinoa.
Conclusion:
This Sicilian lentil pasta sauce is a delicious and hearty meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It is also a great way to use up leftover lentils. The sauce is packed with flavor and is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this Sicilian lentil pasta sauce a try!
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