Minced Meat and Lentil Bolognese

Fuel your muscles with this hearty and protein-packed Minced Meat and Lentil Bolognese! Simple to make and bursting with flavor, it's the perfect healthy meal for building strength and satisfying hunger. Enjoy it with your favorite low-carb pasta alternative or a fresh salad.

Minced Meat and Lentil Bolognese

Preparation

1
Heat olive oil in a large pot or deep pan over medium-high heat. Add minced meat and brown, breaking it up with a spoon, until no pink remains. Drain any excess fat.
2
Add chopped onion, carrot, and celery to the pan. Cook for 5-7 minutes until softened. Stir in minced garlic and tomato paste, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
3
Stir in crushed tomatoes, drained lentils, and vegetable broth. Season with dried oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.
4
Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and let it cook for at least 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, allowing flavors to meld. If the sauce becomes too thick, add a little more broth or water.
5
Serve hot, optionally with a side of low-carb pasta (like zucchini noodles or konjac noodles) or a fresh green salad for a complete muscle-building meal.

Nutrational Values per serving

110
kcal
9g
protein
6g
carbs
5g
fat

Ingredients

  • Lean Minced Beef 500 g
  • Canned Brown Lentils 1 can (drained)
  • Onion 1 medium
  • Carrot 1 medium
  • Celery 1 stalk
  • Garlic 2 cloves
  • Crushed Tomatoes 1 can
  • Tomato Paste 2 tbsp
  • Vegetable Broth 250 ml
  • Olive Oil 1 tbsp
  • Dried Oregano 1 tsp
  • Dried Basil 1 tsp
  • Salt 0.5 tsp
  • Black Pepper 0.25 tsp
high-protein high-fiber clean-eating low-carb low-calorie
Difficulty 1/3
Duration 40 Min