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Vegan Bolognese
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High Protein Vegan Bolognese

This High Protein Vegan Bolognese is quick, easy, and packed with protein! Ready in under 30 minutes, it's perfect for a satisfying weeknight meal.
Servings 2
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 160 g Pasta of your choice
  • 2 400g Tins Chopped tomatoes
  • 1 Tbsp Tomato paste
  • 1 Whole Onion
  • 1 Whole Carrot
  • 1 Stick Celery
  • 1/2 Tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 Tbsp Nutritional Yeast
  • 3 Cloves Garlic
  • 100 g TVP
  • 1 Tsp Dried Basil
  • 2 Tsp Dried Italian Herbs
  • 1/2 Tsp Aleppo pepper flakes
  • 1 tsp Corn Starch Optional
Metric - US Customary

Instructions

  • Prep Vegetables: Dice onion, carrot, and celery. Finely chop garlic.
  • Sauté Mirepoix: Heat oil in a pan. Sauté diced vegetables with salt and pepper until softened and caramelised. Add garlic and fry until fragrant.
  • Bloom Herbs: Add dried herbs and pepper flakes. Cook until fragrant, adding water if needed to prevent burning. Stir in tomato paste and cook for a few minutes.
  • Simmer Sauce: Add tinned tomatoes, water, and nutritional yeast. Bring to a boil, then simmer for at least 10-15 minutes.
  • Cook Pasta: Cook pasta al dente according to package directions.
  • Incorporate TVP: Add TVP to the sauce and mix well. Adjust consistency with water if needed.
  • Thicken (Optional): In a separate bowl, mix 1 tsp cornstarch with 1 tsp cold water. Add to bolognese and heat until thickened.
  • Season: Season the sauce to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Combine & Serve: Drain pasta and add to the sauce. Toss to coat. Serve immediately with optional vegan parmesan or garlic bread.

Notes

  • For a richer flavour, simmer the sauce for longer than 15 minutes.
  • For a chewier, more mince-like texture, rehydrate the TVP, then bake it in the oven (mixing occasionally) until dry. This takes 30-60 mins, but adding it directly to the sauce is still delicious if you’re short on time.
  • Serve with your favourite vegan parmesan cheese and a side of garlic bread made with my amazing garlic butter!
Calories: 629kcal
Course: lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American, European, Italian, Mediterranean
Diet: High Protein, Low Calorie

Nutrition

Calories: 629kcal | Carbohydrates: 81g | Protein: 45g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 101mg | Potassium: 460mg | Fiber: 13g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 487IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 237mg | Iron: 8mg
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