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    Easy tvp spaghetti sauce | Vegan tvp bolognese recipe

    23rd November 2023 by bhavana bhatia Leave a Comment

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    I love spiralizer. My kiddo absolutely adores zucchini noodles. You can stir fry them or serve them with vegan spaghetti bolognese. They are a good replacement for pasta, if you want to control your carbs or go gluten-free.

    Some people think vegan recipes are boring. They can be made interesting too. Need lesser time to cook and digest too. Making noodles out of vegetables makes things interesting. Make a vegan bolognese sauce and add these zoodles instead of ordinary spaghetti. Eat your veggie spag bowl immediately. There is nothing more satisfying than a bowl full of pasta, ready to eat. Other vegan easy recipes that we like to make include creamy vegan pasta, broccoli fried rice ,kale lentil salad and lentil sloppy joes.

    zucchini noodles Bolognese
    zoodle Bolognese | vegan Bolognese

    If you’re looking for a delicious and wholesome alternative to traditional Bolognese sauce that is both plant-based and gluten-free, then TVP Bolognese Sauce is the recipe for you. Made with Textured Vegetable Protein (TVP), this easy vegan sauce captures the essence of the classic Italian dish, while offering a healthier and sustainable twist. With a combination of flavorful ingredients like red pepper flakes, red wine, and tomato paste, this TVP Bolognese Sauce will satisfy your cravings without compromising your dietary preferences.

    Jump to:
    • Benefits of zucchini
    • Equipment
    • Ingredients
    • Instructions
    • Variation
    • Substitution
    • Top tips
    • Storage
    • Related links
    • Vegan Bolognese with zucchini noodles | Zoodle Bolognese recipe
    • FAQs

    How to make vegan pasta sauce with meaty texture?

    Firstly, we combine plant-based ingredients. We use diced tomatoes or tomato sauce for this recipe. These components provide a rich and robust tomato flavor that serves as the foundation for the Bolognese sauce

    we use Textured Vegetable Protein (TVP) instead of ground beef. A vegan meat substitute. TVP is a versatile and protein-packed ingredient made from soybeans, making it an excellent choice for plant-based diets. It has a texture similar to ground meat. Thereby it allows it to absorb the flavors of the tvp pasta sauce. Thus, it adds a hearty element to the dish.

    Preparing this easy vegan Bolognese sauce is simple and straightforward. Begin by rehydrating the TVP according to the package instructions or I like to just use them straightway . Sauté onions, garlic in olive oil. Next, add the crushed tomatoes or tomato sauce or tomato paste and vegan tvp. Add spices and little water. Allow the meaty sauce to simmer and let the flavors melt together, creating a mouthwatering aroma.

    Benefits of zucchini

    • Zucchini is great for weight-loss.
    • It is high in anti-oxidants.
    • Contributes to good digestion.
    • Helps reduce blood sugar levels.

    Equipment

    • saucepan
    • Spiralizer
    • wooden spoon

    Ingredients

    For zoodles

    •  zucchini 

    For tvp bolognese sauce recipe

    • onion
    • garlic cloves
    • carrot, chopped (optional)
    • canned tomatoes
    • TVP (textured vegetable protein) / Soya granules
    • paprika
    • olive oil
    • soup stock / stock cube
    • salt as per taste
    • water

    refer to recipe card for details.

    Instructions

    For zoodles

    • Cut the top and bottom of zucchini
    • Using a spiralizer, create the zucchini noodles. Keep it aside.

    For tvp bolognese sauce recipe

    • Heat oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add chopped onion, garlic. Let it cook until onion sweats.
    Zoodle bolognese step 1
    • Add chopped carrots and salt and let it soften for few minutes.
    Zoodle bolognese step 2
    • Mix well.
    Zoodle bolognese step 3
    • Now add a can of tomatoes and cook for 5 mins.
    Zoodle bolognese step 4
    • Now, add TVP (textured vegetable protein) / Soya granules
    Zoodle bolognese step 5
    • Add remaining spices and mix well.
    Zoodle bolognese step 6
    • Now, add water and let it cook until TVP swells and softens. Turn off the heat after a couple of minutes.
    Zoodle bolognese step 7
    • Pour hot Bolognese over zoodles. Serve immediately.
    zoodle bolognese

    Variation

    • You can add bell peppers, mushrooms to it.
    • You may garnish with parmesan cheese or some feta if vegetarian. If you like, you can even add some nutritional yeast on it if vegan. Nutritional yeast is very tasty and gives you a cheese like flavor.
    • You can add soy sauce to the pasta sauce to get those umami flavours in the sauce and much darker color.
    • You can make a pasta sauce without the TVP and add any pasta , refer to our vegan curry pasta recipe.
    • Adding cup vegetable broth instead of water enhances the taste.

    Substitution

    • You can make plant based noodles from carrots beetroots and even radishes.
    • You may use any gluten free pasta or any pasta of your choice. Cook as per the instructions on the packet and use the bolognese pasta sauce .

    Top tips

    • When you cut into a good zucchini, it should have an almost buttery-like texture. The flesh should appear slightly yellow, greenish or white.
    • Pour the pasta sauce on noodles only when you are ready to eat.

    Storage

    • You can make these plant based noodles a day in advance and store in an airtight container for a day.
    • The sauce can be store for a few days in an air tight container and can be frozen as well for weeks. Add some water and reheat the sauce. Give it a good stir and adjust salt as per taste. If you find it bland, add some crushed black pepper to it.
    • Any leftover with plant based noodles and sauce mixed together are not good for storage as the noodles will become soggy and mushy.

    Related links

    • zucchini curry | zucchini sabzi recipe
    • Vegan zucchini fritters
    • Zucchini Muthia - Squash dumplings
    • Vegan spinach pasta
    • Creamy vegan pasta
    • Aioli pasta salad
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    Vegan Bolognese with zucchini noodles | Zoodle Bolognese recipe

    Zoodle bolognese is an easy way to switch your fried noodles with healthy zucchini. Learn to make it here.
    Prep Time10 minutes mins
    Cook Time19 minutes mins
    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: European
    Keyword: Zoodle bolognese, zucchini noodles vegan bolognese, Zucchini noodles with vegan bolognese
    Servings: 3
    Author: bhavana bhatia

    Equipment

    • saucepan / large pot
    • Spiralizer
    • wooden spoon

    Ingredients

    For zucchini pasta sauce

    • 1 onion
    • 2 garlic cloves
    • 1 carrot medium
    • 1 can tomatoes
    • 1 cup TVP TVP is textured vegetable protein / Soya granules
    • 1 tbsp. paprika
    • 2-3 tbsp. olive oil
    • 1 tbsp. soup stock powder bullion powder
    • salt as per taste
    • 1 cup water

    For zoodles

    • 2 large zucchini

    Instructions

    For zoodles

    • Cut the top and bottom of zucchini
    • Using a spiralizer, create the zucchini noodles. Keep it aside.

    For zucchini pasta sauce

    • Heat oil in a saucepan.
    • Add onions, garlic and let it cook until onion is pink.
    • Add chopped carrots and salt and let it soften for few minutes.
    • Now add a can of tomatoes and cook for 5 mins.
    • Add TVPTVP (textured vegetable protein) along with water and remaining spices.
    • Let it cook until TVP swells and softens.Turn off the heat
    • Pour hot bolognese sauce over zoodles. Serve immediately.

    FAQs

    Are zucchini anti inflammatory?

    They are rich in anti-oxidants and anti-inflammatory.

    Is zucchini good for arthritis?

    It helps reduce inflammation and swelling.

    Why would you want to put carrots in a sauce bolognese ?

    Carrots give a crunchier texture in the sauce, hence its an optional ingredients that can be added.

    What is the difference between Bolognese sauce and spaghetti sauce?

    Spaghetti sauce usually uses canned tomatoes. classic italian bolognese sauce makes use of chopped up lots of vegetables.

    Conclusion: classic pasta bolognese is a rich italian dish. This is a favorite with all diets, whether you use meat-based pasta sauce or make a vegetarian bolognese recipe. Using meat substitutes in vegan cuisine also makes a great vegan bolognese recipe 

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    Hi,I am Bhavana & this is my wonderland of recipes.I have been in IT for 15+ years have always loved writing.My husband Gaurav & I,love to cook, click & host people

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