Smokey Lentil Pasta

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"This is the way I enjoy pasta most. πŸ’ƒπŸ½ Smoky and creamy, this just never disappoints and it’s super easy to make. Easy is just always what I need these days. πŸ€·πŸ½β€β™€οΈ"
-- @plantbasedrd

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This vegan lentil pasta comes together in just under 30 minutes! It's creamy, smokey and perfect for a rainy night in with netflix! 

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Prep time 5mins
Cook time 12mins
Serves or Makes: 2

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ingredients

  • 2 servings of dry pasta of choice
  • 1/2 cup dry lentils
  • 2 cups veggie broth
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dry basil
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 teaspoon garlic
  • 1 tablespoon tahini OR 1/4 cup full fat coconut milk OR 1/4 cup hummus
  • 3 ounces tomato paste
  • Handful of greens of choice

Method

  • Step 1

    In a sauce pan add lentils and veggie broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes on low heat with a lid.

  • Step 2

    In a separate pot cook pasta according to package.

  • Step 3

    For the lentils, remove lid and add tomato paste and all seasonings. Stir to combine and add tahini (or substitution of choice) and greens. Stir once more and simmer for 5 minutes.

  • Step 4

    Once pasta is cooked, reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water and drain the pasta. Add pasta and pasta water to the pan with the lentils. Stir to evenly coat pasta with the sauce. Serve with addition toppings of choice.