This Vegetarian Bolognese is full of hearty chunky vegetables that give the sauce a comforting flavor and texture.
What Is Bolognese Sauce?
Bolognese is typically a hearty and chunky sauce that is filled with meat. It is full of flavor and originates from Italy. Today we are putting our spin on classic Bolognese.
We have created a Vegetarian Bolognese. This Vegetarian Bolognese is full of hearty chunky vegetables that give the sauce a comforting flavor and texture.
Even your meat loving friends will love this Bolognese.
What Ingredients Do You Need For A Vegetarian Bolognese Sauce Recipe?
This dish is easy to make and presents a stunning main dish for your dinner table. Whether you showcase the Vegetarian Bolognese on top of your pasta or mix it in, this recipe is a show stopper.
Simple ingredients, coming together for BIG taste!
- Oil
- Vegetables: For this veggie bolognese sauce, we used a combination of onion, celery, carrot, mushrooms, and a red bell pepper
- Spices: I used Italian seasoning here to flavor this sauce
- Diced tomato: Keep it easy with a jar of diced tomatoes
- Water
- Pasta: I served this over Edamame & Mung Bean Fettuccini
How Do You Make Vegetarian Bolognese Sauce?
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In a deep pot over medium heat, warm half of the oil. When the oil is hot add in the onion, carrot, celery, mushrooms and peppers.
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The pot will look full but the mushrooms will cook down. Saute until all veggies al dente (have a little tiny bit of crunch left) . Add additional oil as needed.
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Add in Italian seasoning, stir to combine.
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Add diced tomato and water, bring to a boil and then simmer for 20 minutes.
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Prepare your Edamame & Mung Bean Fettuccini. Divide onto four plates. Gently pour warm sauce over the noodles. Top with parsley.
Make it meaty (but still meatless!)
The mushrooms in this Vegetarian Bolognese give it an earthy taste with a chunky and chewy texture.
While the mushrooms are in no way considered meat, they do give the dish the meaty texture and fullness of traditional Bolognese.
What do I serve with this veggie bolognese sauce?
We placed our delicious Vegetarian Bolognese sauce on top of a bed of organic Edamame & Mung Bean Fettuccini.
Vegetarian Bolognese - a twist on classic Bolognese
Ingredients
- 1/4 c oil
- 1 c finely diced white onion
- 1 c finely diced carrot
- 1 c finely diced celery
- 5 c finely diced button mushrooms
- 1 red bell pepper finely diced
- 2 T Italian seasoning dried spice
- 32 oz jarred diced tomato
- 2 c water
- One box of Edamame & Mung Bean Fettuccini
- Parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a deep pot over medium heat, warm half of the oil. When the oil is hot add in the onion, carrot, celery, mushrooms and peppers.
- The pot will look full but the mushrooms will cook down. Saute until all veggies al dente (have a little tiny bit of crunch left) . Add additional oil as needed.
- Add in Italian seasoning, stir to combine.
- Add diced tomato and water, bring to a boil and then simmer for 20 minutes.
- Prepare your Edamame & Mung Bean Fettuccini. Divide onto four plates. Gently pour warm sauce over the noodles. Top with parsley.
- ENJOY!
Notes
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Let’s talk! Have you ever made Vegetarian Bolognese or Bolognese with meat? Did you add in any other ingredients? We’d love to hear your spin on this dish!
Shannon Graham says
I’ve never had bolognese before. In fact, I had no idea what it was until this post! ha! Looks delicious!
Cindy says
Thanks Shannon! It is very tasty!
Christina | Christina's Cucina says
Lots of color and nutrition in this dish! I bet no one misses the meat!
Cindy says
So much color and flavor! Agreed!
Brandi Crawford says
How creative! This is a wonderful twist to classic bolognese. Looks so yummy.
Cindy says
Such a fun twist!
Sarah @ Champagne Tastes says
What a delicious idea! I’ve never eaten real bolognese because of the beef, but I’d love to eat this!!
Cindy says
Thanks Sarah, I hope that you give it a try!
Lisa Huff says
Wow, have never heard of that kind of pasta before. I’m so intrigued and can’t wait to try!
Cindy says
It is amazing and worth a try! We LOVE it!
Patty @ Spoonabilities says
I would not miss the meat at all in this recipe! It’s hearty and looks so yummy! Delicious!
Cindy says
Thank you! It is a delicious dish for sure!
Casey the College Celiac says
GORGEOUS colors! I love pasta but always struggle with how to serve/eat it…thanks for the idea!
Cindy says
You are so welcome!
Gita(Rakhi) says
I I am a vegetarian n love to learn about non-gluten recipe
Cindy says
Thanks Gita!
Jill Roberts @ WellnessGeeky says
Definitely your vegetarian bolognese is awesomeness! This is a great recipe Cindy, as you know I made it a short while ago and it was lovely, in fact have made it again since. Thanks for sharing!
Rosamonde Simone @ KetoBotyToneAvis says
Your recipe of ‘vegetarian-bolognese’ looks very healthy and delicious. I love it thank you for sharing it.
Cindy Gordon says
You are very welcome!