Lentil Spinach Pasta
This vegan pasta recipe features healthy lentils and spinach in a flavorful sauce.
10m
Prep Time
40m
Cook Time
4
Servings
Ingredients
1 cup dried lentils, rinsed and drained
8 oz pasta
1 onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups fresh spinach
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
4 cups water
Instructions
Step 1
In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and cook for 5 minutes, or until softened.
Step 2
Add the garlic and cook for an additional minute.
Step 3
Add the lentils, water, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes.
Step 4
While the lentils cook, cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Step 5
Once the lentils are cooked, add the spinach to the pot and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 6
Serve the lentil mixture over the cooked pasta.