High Protein Spicy Tomato Sauce
Discover the ultimate twist on a classic with this High Protein Spicy Tomato Sauce, perfect for adding a nutritious kick to your favorite dishes. Packed with hearty cooked lentils and infused with bold spices like smoked paprika, crushed red pepper flakes, and ground cumin, this sauce combines robust flavors with a protein punch. A base of rich crushed tomatoes and a touch of vegetable broth ensures it simmers to a thick, flavorful perfection in just 25 minutes. Whether served over pasta, rice, or roasted vegetables, this vibrant sauce is as versatile as it is satisfying. Garnish with fresh basil for a hint of brightness and enjoy a quick, wholesome meal that’s both spicy and protein-rich.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium Yellow onion, finely diced
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 28 ounces Crushed tomatoes (canned, no salt added)
- 1.5 cups Cooked lentils (brown or green)
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1 cup Vegetable broth
- 1.5 teaspoons Crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh basil, finely chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat.
Add the finely diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the crushed tomatoes, cooked lentils, tomato paste, and vegetable broth to the pan. Stir well to combine.
Season with crushed red pepper flakes, smoked paprika, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper.
Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, then lower the heat and let it cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. This allows the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken.
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning as necessary, adding more red pepper flakes for extra heat, if desired.
Serve hot over pasta, rice, or roasted vegetables. Garnish with fresh basil if using.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1071 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.1 g | 44% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.1 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1847 mg | 80% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 158.9 g | 58% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 49.6 g | 177% | |
| Total Sugars | 50.1 g | ||
| Protein | 50.6 g | 101% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 334 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 20.3 mg | 113% | |
| Potassium | 4413 mg | 94% | |
*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.
