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Portabella Mushroom Bolognese with Zucchini Noodles
Kathie Clane

Portabella Mushroom Bolognese with Zucchini Noodles

A healthy, vegan Portabella Mushroom Bolognese with zucchini noodles, combining Italian flavors and hearty textures in a nutritious meal.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Additional Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course: Uncategorized
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 130

Ingredients
  

  • 4 large portabella mushrooms finely chopped
  • 4 medium zucchini spiralized
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 can 14 oz crushed tomatoes
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/4 cup vegetable broth optional, for thinning sauce
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes optional
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnish
  • Vegan Parmesan optional

Method
 

  1. Prepare the zucchini noodles: Use a spiralizer to create noodles from the zucchini. Set aside.
  2. Cook the mushrooms: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped portabella mushrooms and sauté until tender and browned, about 5 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  3. Sauté aromatics: In the same skillet, add more olive oil if needed. Sauté onions and garlic until fragrant and softened, about 3 minutes.
  4. Make the sauce: Stir in crushed tomatoes, oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes. Let it simmer on low heat for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. If the sauce is too thick, add vegetable broth.
  5. Combine: Return the mushrooms to the skillet and mix them into the sauce. Cook for another 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. Prepare zucchini noodles: Lightly sauté zucchini noodles in a separate pan for 2 minutes or microwave them for 1 minute to warm. Avoid overcooking.
  7. Assemble and serve: Divide zucchini noodles into bowls, top with the mushroom Bolognese, and garnish with fresh basil and vegan Parmesan if desired.

Notes

  • Adjust seasoning to personal taste.
  • For added richness, drizzle a touch of olive oil over the finished dish.