![Spaghetti with Tomato, Lentil, and Zucchini Sauce Spaghetti with Tomato, Lentil, and Zucchini Sauce](https://d36fw6y2wq3bat.cloudfront.net/recipes/espaguetis-con-salsa-de-tomate-lentejas-y-calabacin/900/espaguetis-con-salsa-de-tomate-lentejas-y-calabacin.jpg)
Spaghetti with Tomato, Lentil, and Zucchini Sauce
ingredients
6
Difficulty
Easy
Time
20'
2 servings
Fresh ingredients
![onion](https://d36fw6y2wq3bat.cloudfront.net/ingredients/cebolla/cebolla_1687941009.jpg)
onion
1/2 unit
![zucchini](https://d36fw6y2wq3bat.cloudfront.net/ingredients/calabacín/calabacín_1687941029.jpg)
zucchini
1/2 unit
Pantry ingredients
![canned lentil](https://d36fw6y2wq3bat.cloudfront.net/ingredients/lenteja_en_conserva/lenteja_en_conserva_1687941118.jpg)
canned lentil
1 small jar
![tomato sauce](https://d36fw6y2wq3bat.cloudfront.net/ingredients/tomate_frito/tomate_frito_1687941464.jpg)
tomato sauce
1 small jar
![spaghetti](https://d36fw6y2wq3bat.cloudfront.net/ingredients/espagueti/espagueti_1687941419.jpg)
spaghetti
7 oz
![olive oil](https://d36fw6y2wq3bat.cloudfront.net/ingredients/aceite_de_oliva/aceite_de_oliva_1687941122.jpg)
olive oil
2 tbsp
Instructions
1
Boil the spaghetti in a pan with water and a pinch of salt for the time shown on the package. Then drain and set aside.
2
Cut the onion and zucchini into small dice.
3
Heat a little olive oil in a large skillet. Add the onion and zucchini and fry over medium heat for 5–7 minutes, stirring often.
4
Add the lentils and stir together with the vegetables for a few more minutes.
5
Transfer to a blender or food processor and blend well.
6
Return the mixture to the skillet and add the tomato sauce (homemade is best). Use a wooden spoon to mix until smooth. Adjust the seasoning with salt if needed.
7
Add the spaghetti to the skillet and stir to incorporate with the sauce. Serve on plates.