Hearty Pasta and Lentil Medley

Recipe Collection: Dinner

Hearty Pasta and Lentil Medley, a vegetarian Italian dish that combines tender pasta with protein-packed lentils in a rich, savory sauce. This gluten-free and dairy-free recipe is perfect for cozy family dinners or meal prep. The medley of spices and fresh ingredients creates a satisfying meal that pairs beautifully with crusty bread or a fresh salad.

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Overview

Wendy's Quick Pasta and Lentils is a hearty and comforting dish that combines pasta and lentils in a flavorful sauce. Perfect for a cozy meal, this dish is sure to warm you down to your toes. Serve it with Parmesan cheese and crusty bread for a complete experience.

Diet Type

Vegetarian

Allergies

Gluten, Dairy

Cuisine

Italian

Serving Size: 6

Cooking Time: 45 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 Small onion, minced
• 3 Whole garlic cloves, minced
• 2 Tablespoons (tbsp) olive oil
• 1 19 Ounces (oz) can lentil soup
• 1 Cup crushed tomatoes
• 1 10 Ounces (oz) package frozen chopped spinach
• 1 16 Ounces (oz) package ditalini pasta
• 1 Pinch salt, to taste
• 1 Pinch ground black pepper, to taste
• 1 Pinch crushed red pepper
• 2 Tablespoons (tbsp) Parmesan cheese, grated

Steps

1. In a large pan, brown the minced onion and minced garlic in olive oil over medium heat.
2. Stir in the lentil soup and crushed tomatoes. Bring the mixture to a boil.
3. Add the frozen chopped spinach and spices (salt, ground black pepper, and crushed red pepper) to the pan. Simmer the mixture.
4. Meanwhile, cook the ditalini pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until almost done. Drain the pasta.
5. Mix the cooked pasta into the lentil sauce. Cover the pan and keep warm for 20 minutes.
6. Serve the dish with grated Parmesan cheese on top. Enjoy!

Enjoy your homemade Hearty Pasta and Lentil Medley!