Vegetarian Sausage Bolognese
Experience a delightful twist on a classic Italian favorite with this hearty Vegetarian Sausage Bolognese. Packed with rich flavors and wholesome ingredients, this recipe transforms traditional bolognese into a meat-free masterpiece. Featuring crumbled vegetarian sausages, a medley of sautéed vegetables, and a savory tomato-based sauce infused with red wine, oregano, and basil, every bite is bursting with comforting goodness. Perfectly served over al dente spaghetti and topped with grated Parmesan and fresh parsley, this dish offers a satisfying, protein-rich option for vegetarians and pasta lovers alike. Ready in just under an hour, it’s a versatile and crowd-pleasing dinner idea that will have your family and guests coming back for seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 links vegetarian sausages
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, finely chopped yellow onion
- 2 medium, peeled and diced carrots
- 2 diced celery stalks
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 28 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 0.5 cup red wine
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 bay leaves
- 12 ounces spaghetti
- 0.5 cup, grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.25 cup, chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
Begin by preparing the vegetarian sausages: crumble or finely chop the sausage links.
Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the chopped sausages and cook until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Remove from the pan and set aside.
In the same pan, add the chopped onion, diced carrots, and diced celery. Sauté for about 5 minutes until vegetables are soft.
Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, until fragrant.
Stir in the tomato paste and cook for another minute, to enhance its flavors.
Pour in the crushed tomatoes, vegetable broth, and red wine. Stir to combine.
Add the dried oregano, dried basil, sugar, salt, pepper, and bay leaves. Mix well.
Return the browned sausage to the pan, and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let the sauce simmer for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
While the sauce is simmering, cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Once the sauce has thickened and flavors have melded together, adjust seasoning if necessary.
Serve the Vegetarian Sausage Bolognese over cooked spaghetti.
Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2221 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 79.1 g | 101% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.1 g | 96% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 44 mg | 15% | |
| Sodium | 6345 mg | 276% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 264.5 g | 96% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 50.3 g | 180% | |
| Total Sugars | 72.3 g | ||
| Protein | 106.4 g | 213% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1262 mg | 97% | |
| Iron | 26.5 mg | 147% | |
| Potassium | 6520 mg | 139% | |
*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.
