Butternut Squash Spirals with Chunky Lentil Bolognese

Butternut Squash Spirals Chunky Lentil Bolognese

Serving Size

4

Total Time

Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 43 minutes

Special Equipment Needed

Ingredients:

  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 cup chopped carrots
  • 1/2 cup chopped celery
  • 1/2 cup chopped yellow onion
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 2 teaspoons tomato paste
  • 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
  • 3/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 2 cups low sodium vegetable broth
  • 1/2 cup dry green lentils, rinsed
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1-1/2packages (10 ounces each) fresh butternut squash veggie spirals
  • Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)

Directions:

  1. In large saucepot, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add carrots, celery and onion; cook 5 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally. Add garlic and red pepper flakes; cook 30 seconds, stirring frequently. Stir in tomato paste; cook 30 seconds. Add tomatoes with their juice and Italian seasoning; cook 2 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add broth and lentils; heat to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low; cover and cook 35 minutes or until lentils are tender, stirring occasionally. Stir in 1/4 teaspoon each salt and black pepper. Makes about 4 cups.
  2. In large skillet, heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high heat. Add veggie spirals and cook 7 minutes or until slightly softened, stirring occasionally; stir in remaining 1/4 teaspoon each salt and black pepper.
  3. Serve spirals topped with lentil Bolognese sprinkled with parsley, if desired.

 

Approximate nutritional values per serving (1 cup): 233 Calories, 8g Fat, 1g Saturated, 0mg Cholesterol, 624mg Sodium, 34g Carbohydrates, 8g Fiber, 8g Sugars, 0g Added Sugars, 8g Protein