Description
A comforting and hearty Tomato Lentil Pasta recipe combining tender lentils and savory tomato sauce with perfectly cooked pasta, seasoned with aromatic herbs for a wholesome, nutritious meal ready in just 40 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 2 cups pasta
Lentil Tomato Sauce
- 1 cup lentils
- 2 cups diced tomatoes
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
Instructions
- Cook Pasta: Cook 2 cups of pasta according to the package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- Sauté Aromatics: In a pan over medium heat, warm 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until they become soft and fragrant, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add Lentils and Tomatoes: Stir in 1 cup of lentils and 2 cups of diced tomatoes into the pan with the sautéed onions and garlic.
- Season and Simmer: Season the mixture with 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon black pepper, 1 teaspoon dried basil, and 1 teaspoon dried oregano. Let it simmer gently for 20 minutes until the lentils are tender and the flavors meld together.
- Combine and Serve: Once the lentils are tender, combine the cooked pasta with the lentil tomato sauce mixture thoroughly. Serve hot for a delicious, comforting meal.
Notes
- Use brown or green lentils for best texture; red lentils may become mushy.
- Adjust seasoning according to taste, adding more herbs or spices if desired.
- For a creamier texture, add a splash of pasta cooking water when combining the sauce and pasta.
- Can be garnished with fresh basil or grated Parmesan if not vegan.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
