Dairy-Free Classic Pasta Bolognese
Dive into the comforting flavors of this Dairy-Free Classic Pasta Bolognese, a heartwarming twist on the beloved Italian dish. Perfect for dairy-free eaters and pasta enthusiasts alike, this recipe combines a rich, slow-simmered tomato sauce with aromatic garlic, herbs, and tender ground beef or turkey. Fresh vegetables like onion, carrot, and celery build the base of this wholesome, nutrient-packed sauce, while the addition of nutritional yeast delivers a subtly cheesy flavor without any dairy. Served over spaghetti or your favorite pasta, this dish is a satisfying, wholesome meal ready to become a family favorite. Whether you're seeking a weeknight dinner idea or a crowd-pleasing dish, this recipe offers robust flavor and inclusive cooking at its finest.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 large Yellow onion, finely chopped
- 1 medium Carrot, finely chopped
- 1 medium Celery stalk, finely chopped
- 3 Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 pound Ground beef or turkey
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
- 28 ounces Canned crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1 Bay leaf
- 12 ounces Spaghetti or pasta of choice
- 0.25 cup Fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion, carrot, and celery. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes, until the vegetables are soft and the onion is translucent.
Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
Increase the heat to medium-high and add the ground beef or turkey to the pot. Cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and fully cooked, about 5-6 minutes.
Season the meat with salt, pepper, dried oregano, dried basil, and crushed red pepper flakes. Stir well to combine.
Mix in the canned crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and bay leaf. Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally. This slow cooking allows the flavors to meld beautifully.
While the sauce is simmering, cook the spaghetti or pasta of your choice according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Once the sauce has thickened and flavors have developed, remove the bay leaf. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
Stir in the chopped fresh parsley and nutritional yeast, which adds a cheesy flavor without the dairy.
Serve the hot Bolognese sauce over the cooked pasta. Optionally, garnish with additional parsley or nutritional yeast. Enjoy your hearty, dairy-free classic Pasta Bolognese!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2330 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 125.4 g | 161% | |
| Saturated Fat | 41.6 g | 208% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 363 mg | 121% | |
| Sodium | 3883 mg | 169% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 192.7 g | 70% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 31.5 g | 112% | |
| Total Sugars | 50.6 g | ||
| Protein | 119.9 g | 240% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 587 mg | 45% | |
| Iron | 28.5 mg | 158% | |
| Potassium | 5819 mg | 124% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
