This hearty one-pot pasta is enveloped in a rich, flavorful tomato sauce with lentils and topped with fresh basil and red pepper flakes for a quick and easy but filling dinner.
Health Benefits – soy free, nut free, low sugar
Prep: 10 Minutes | Cooking time: 15 Minutes
Ingredients
½ white onion, thinly sliced
1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
4-6 garlic cloves, minced
¾ cup lentils, soaked in hot water for 10 minutes
16 oz canned whole tomatoes
1 cup packed, fresh basil leaves
1 Tbsp sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
1 Tbsp nutritional yeast
½ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
Pinch of red pepper flakes
12 oz whole grain spaghetti, or pasta of your choice
1 Tbsp fresh oregano, finely chopped (or 2 tsp dried)
2 ½ cups water
Method
- Add all ingredients into a large pot.
- Stir frequently while bringing to a simmer over medium-high heat (to ensure pasta doesn’t stick together).
- Cover and cook for 10-12 minutes or until noodles are al dente.
- Season with salt, if desired.
- Serve with torn fresh basil leaves, a sprinkle of red pepper flakes, and freshly ground black pepper.
Recipe has been graciously provided T. Colin Campbell Center for Nutrition Studies
Created on 01 Oct, 2024.
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