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One Pot Lentil Pasta: A Quick and Nutritious Meal Recipe

One Pot Lentil Pasta: A Quick and Nutritious Meal Recipe
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This One Pot Lentil Pasta is a quick and nutritious meal that is not only easy to make but also packed with flavor and wholesome ingredients. Perfect for a busy weeknight dinner or a cozy weekend meal.

Ingredients

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    Ingredients:

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 cup red lentils, rinsed
  • 3 cups vegetable broth
  • 8 ounces uncooked whole wheat or lentil-based pasta (penne or rotini)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups baby spinach
  • 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast or grated Parmesan (optional)
  • fresh basil for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until softened.
  2. Stir in the garlic, oregano, and red pepper flakes, and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, rinsed lentils, vegetable broth, pasta, salt, and pepper. Stir well and bring to a boil.
  4. Reduce heat to a simmer, cover partially, and cook for 12–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta and lentils are tender and most of the liquid is absorbed.
  5. Stir in the baby spinach and cook for 1–2 more minutes until wilted.
  6. Remove from heat and mix in nutritional yeast or Parmesan if using. Garnish with fresh basil and serve hot.

Notes

  • This recipe works well with gluten-free or legume-based pasta for added protein.
  • You can also add chopped zucchini, mushrooms, or bell peppers for extra veggies.
  • Leftovers reheat beautifully and make a great meal prep option.

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