Venison Bolognese with pasta

Venison Bolognese with pasta recipe videos

Venison Bolognese with pasta is a rich, savory Italian-inspired dish where lean ground venison is slowly simmered in a tomato-based sauce with aromatic vegetables, herbs, and often a touch of wine or broth. It's traditionally served over a hearty pasta like tagliatelle or pappardelle. This version offers a gamey, deeper flavor twist on the classic beef-based Bolognese.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is a high-protein, moderate-carb meal, with the lean venison providing a significant protein boost and the pasta contributing complex carbohydrates. A typical serving offers a good balance of iron, B vitamins, and lycopene from the tomatoes, with a rough calorie estimate of 450-550 kcal per serving.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	500 kcal
Protein	35 g
Carbs	55 g
Fat	12 g
Fiber	6 g
Sugar	8 g
Sodium	650 mg
Iron	4.5 mg
Potassium	680 mg
Vitamin B12	3.2 mcg
Zinc	5.8 mg
Niacin (B3)	8.5 mg
Lycopene	12 mg
Selenium	22 mcg
Phosphorus	310 mg

Per 1 cup (250 g) of pasta with sauce · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Using venison instead of beef is a nod to historical hunting traditions and offers a leaner, more sustainable red meat option. Nutritionally, venison is exceptionally high in protein and lower in fat than many other red meats, making this a robust yet relatively lean comfort food.