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Easy Vegan Spaghetti Bolognese

A big plate of spaghetti bolognese with bread
The old family favourite, classic comfort food at it's best, but make it vegan and simple!
Freya
4.98 from 46 votes
Prep 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion - large, chopped finely
  • 1 carrot - large, chopped finely
  • 1 celery - stick, chopped finely
  • 3 garlic - cloves, chopped finely
  • 1 cup TVP - or use ground meat substitute of your choice
  • 200 g mushrooms - chopped finely
  • 400 ml tomatoes - canned
  • 400 ml kidney beans - canned (optional)
  • 2 tbsp tomato puree - or use ketchup
  • ¼ cup milk - dairy-free
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp vinegar
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp ground black pepper
  • spaghetti to serve

Instructions

  • In a large saucepan, gently heat the olive and add the finely chopped onion, celery, carrot, garlic and mushrooms. Sweat down for about 10 minutes until soft and translucent.
  • Add the TVP and canned beans (if using, don't worry about draining) and stir well.
  • Add the milk and simmer until the liquid has mostly been absorbed
  • Add the canned tomatoes, puree, dried herbs, vinegar, sugar and seasoning.
  • Bring to a brisk simmer, then turn down to bubble gently until thick and unctuous. This might take 20-30 minutes.
  • Taste for more seasoning and adjust as necessary.
  • Cook your spaghetti according to manufacturers instructions.
  • Serve with the sauce ladled over the top and some thick crusty bread.

Please note that where the recipe asks for milk, butter or yogurt, this refers to any plant-based version that you prefer.

Nutrition Facts
Easy Vegan Spaghetti Bolognese
Amount per Serving
Calories
196
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
6
g
9
%
Saturated Fat
 
1
g
6
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
4
g
Cholesterol
 
1
mg
0
%
Sodium
 
413
mg
18
%
Potassium
 
532
mg
15
%
Carbohydrates
 
24
g
8
%
Fiber
 
8
g
33
%
Sugar
 
7
g
8
%
Protein
 
14
g
28
%
Vitamin A
 
2124
IU
42
%
Vitamin C
 
10
mg
12
%
Calcium
 
97
mg
10
%
Iron
 
4
mg
22
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.