Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Sauté the Base: Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the diced onion, celery, and carrots, sautéing for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Add Aromatics: Stir in minced garlic, oregano, and basil. Cook for an additional minute.
- Mix in Tomato Paste: Incorporate the tomato paste and stir for 1 minute until it coats the vegetables.
- Add Main Ingredients: Pour in chopped tomatoes, courgette, green lentils, and vegetable stock. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for 5 minutes.
- Incorporate Pasta: Add broken pieces of pasta, stir well, and cook until al dente, about 10 minutes.
- Finish with Spinach: Stir in fresh baby spinach and let it wilt for 2 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
Notes
Customize with extra spices or substitute lentils with chickpeas. Store leftovers separately from pasta to maintain texture.
