Teller mit KOMEKO Vollkornreis-Spaghetti, getoppt mit Linsen-Walnuss-Bolognese und frischen Kräutern garniert.

July 15, 2025

Lentil Bolognese

by KOMEKO Team in Recipes

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This lentil and walnut bolognese not only brings savory flavors to the plate, but also plenty of plant-based protein. It's ideal with our KOMEKO SPAGHETTI.

#gluten-free #vegan

Ingredients

2 tbsp olive oil
1 white onion
3-4 garlic cloves 3-4 garlic cloves
1 can of chopped/diced tomatoes
3 tbsp tomato paste
2 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp dried basil
0.5 tsp salt
0.5 tsp pepper
120 g dried red lentils
100 ml vegetable broth
50 g walnuts, finely chopped
2 packs of KOMEKO SPAGHETTI

Preparation

Sauté onions and garlic
Heat the olive oil in a large pot or skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté for about 3 minutes until translucent. Then add the garlic and sauté for another 2 minutes.
Prepare the sauce
Add tomatoes, tomato paste, herbs, salt, and pepper. Stir well until smooth.
Cook lentils and broth
Add the lentils and broth, bring to a boil, and then reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 15–20 minutes, until the lentils are tender and the liquid has been absorbed.
Stir in walnuts
Finally, add the walnuts and simmer for a few minutes until they are warmed through.
Preparing pasta
Meanwhile, cook the KOMEKO SPAGHETTI in boiling salted water for 2 minutes.
Serve
Serve the warm lentil and walnut mixture over the spaghetti and immediately.