YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Protein Pasta with Lentil Bolognese and Fresh Spinach
Savor a hearty and flavorful twist on classic pasta with a nutrient-packed vegetarian bolognese. This dish features high-protein pasta blended with a rich, tomato-based sauce simmered with tender lentils and textured vegetable protein, finished off with a generous handful of fresh spinach and a savory sprinkle of nutritional yeast. It's a dish that brings all the comfort of Italian-inspired flavors with a clean, balanced nutrient profile.
INGREDIENTS
28g Protein-Enriched Pasta
1/2 cup Cooked Lentils
1/2 cup TVP
1/4 cup Tomato Sauce
1 cup Fresh Spinach
2 tbsp Nutritional Yeast
PREPARATION
Bring a pot of water to a boil and add the protein-enriched pasta. Cook according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
In a separate pan, rehydrate the TVP by combining it with a small amount of hot water (or vegetable broth) and let it sit for about 5 minutes.
While the TVP is rehydrating, warm the tomato sauce in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the cooked lentils and let the mixture gently simmer for 3-4 minutes to meld the flavors.
Add the rehydrated TVP into the sauce, stirring well to combine. Season with dried oregano and basil if desired for a subtle pizza-pasta flavor twist.
Mix the sauce with the drained pasta, then fold in the fresh spinach until just wilted.
Finish the dish with a generous sprinkle of nutritional yeast on top for a savory, cheesy flavor. Serve warm.