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THE BEST PASTA WITH LENTILS

The Best Pasta with Lentils – A Cozy, Healthy Hug in a Bowl

Discover the best pasta with lentils, a cozy, healthy dish packed with protein and fiber.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta and Lentils
  • 1 cup Dried Brown or Green Lentils Choose brown lentils as they require no soaking.
  • 2 cups Short Pasta Shapes (Ditalini, Elbows, Orecchiette, Mezzi Rigatoni) Feel free to mix them up for variety.
For the Flavor Base
  • 4 cups Vegetable or Chicken Broth Use low-sodium broth for better control over seasoning.
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Fresh cherries bring sweetness; canned work in a pinch.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Drizzle before serving for enhanced flavor.
  • 4 cloves Garlic (Minced) Infuses flavor into the dish.
  • 1 medium Onion (Diced) Add sweetness and depth.
  • 1 tablespoon Tomato Paste Concentrates tomato flavor.
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin Adds earthy flavor.
  • to taste Fine Salt Essential for perfect seasoning.
  • to taste Black Pepper Offers gentle heat.

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for THE BEST PASTA WITH LENTILS
  1. In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 diced onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until softened and translucent.
  2. Add 4 cloves of minced garlic, 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes, and 2 bay leaves to the pot. Stir for 1 minute until the garlic is fragrant.
  3. Add 1 cup of rinsed lentils, 1 tablespoon of tomato paste, 1 teaspoon of ground cumin, and 4 cups of broth. Season with black pepper, stir well, and simmer.
  4. Taste and adjust seasoning with fine salt as needed for flavor balance.
  5. Stir in 2 cups of pasta and simmer for an additional 8-10 minutes, stirring frequently.
  6. Monitor consistency; add more broth if it becomes too thick.
  7. Serve in bowls, drizzling olive oil on top and finishing with extra black pepper, optionally garnished with parmesan.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 18gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 750mgFiber: 12gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 20mg

Notes

Rinse lentils thoroughly before use. Adjust broth based on pasta shape and taste before serving for perfect flavor balance.

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