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Zucchini Bolognaise

Cultural Context

Originating from Italy, Bolognese sauce is traditionally a rich meat-based sauce. However, the vegetarian Zucchini Bolognaise offers a lighter, plant-based alternative that retains the essence of the original dish. This adaptation celebrates the flavors of fresh vegetables and herbs, making it a popular choice among health-conscious eaters. Today, variations abound, with many incorporating different vegetables or pasta types, making it a versatile dish loved around the world.

ItalianITmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 cups cucumbers
2 medium zucchini
1 cup carrots
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium onion
1 lb minced meat
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 can (14 oz) canned tomatoes
1 cup red wine
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup soy granulate

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

red wine

🥗Healthier: grape juice

💰Cheaper: cooking wine

Grape juice provides sweetness without alcohol.

1

Cut off the end of a cucumber to prepare it for spiralizing.

2

Insert the cucumber into the electronic noodle device and press the start button to create cucumber noodles.

3

Repeat the process with zucchini to make zucchini noodles.

4

Spiralize carrots and set them aside for later use.

5

Peel and chop a large onion into small cubes using a cutting device.

6

Heat a small amount of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until the onions are translucent.

7

Add minced meat to the skillet and cook until it starts to brown, breaking it up as it cooks.

8

Add tomato paste to the meat and let it roast for a bit.

9

Stir in the spiralized carrots and cook for a few minutes.

10

Pour in canned tomatoes and a small amount of red wine, stirring to combine.

11

Add cinnamon, nutmeg, black pepper, and salt to the sauce, adjusting seasoning as needed.

12

Simmer the sauce on low heat for one hour, ensuring it thickens as it cooks.

13

Serve the sauce over the prepared zucchini noodles and cucumber salad.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingboiling

Equipment Needed

large skilletpotcolanderwooden spoon

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Dietary

vegetariangluten-free

Allergens

milkgluten

Also Known As

Zucchini BologneseVegetarian Bolognese
Local Name: Zucchini alla bolognese

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