Heart-Healthy Vegan Sausage Rolls
Delight in the wholesome goodness of these Heart-Healthy Vegan Sausage Rolls—an ideal plant-based twist on a classic favorite. Packed with nutrient-rich ingredients like protein-packed lentils, omega-3 boosting walnuts and flaxseed, and gluten-free rolled oats, these savory snacks are as nourishing as they are delicious. Flavored with aromatic spices like smoked paprika and thyme, this recipe offers a burst of umami with every bite. Wrapped in flaky, dairy-free puff pastry and garnished with optional sesame seeds, these golden, bite-sized rolls are perfect for parties, picnics, or meal prep. Quick to make with a total time of only 50 minutes, these vegan treats are also heart-smart and easy to customize for gluten-free diets. Whether served warm straight from the oven or at room temperature, these healthier sausage rolls are guaranteed to satisfy vegans and non-vegans alike—without compromising on flavor or texture!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Cooked lentils
- 0.75 cups Walnuts
- 0.5 cups Rolled oats (gluten-free, if necessary)
- 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 1 tablespoon Ground flaxseed
- 2 tablespoons Tamari (or low-sodium soy sauce)
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 2 sheets Dairy-free puff pastry sheets
- 2 tablespoons Unsweetened plant-based milk
- 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a food processor, pulse the walnuts and rolled oats until they form a coarse meal. Do not over-process; the mixture should still have some texture.
Add the cooked lentils, nutritional yeast, ground flaxseed, tamari, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, black pepper, and olive oil to the food processor. Pulse until the mixture comes together but still retains some texture. The mixture should be cohesive and easy to shape.
Taste the mixture and adjust the seasoning if needed. Set aside.
Roll out the dairy-free puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface, ensuring they are thin but still sturdy enough to hold the filling.
Cut each puff pastry sheet in half lengthwise, creating four long rectangles in total.
Spoon the lentil and walnut mixture evenly down the center of each rectangle, shaping it into a log. Leave a little space along the edges for sealing.
Brush the edges of the puff pastry lightly with unsweetened plant-based milk.
Fold the pastry over the filling to encase it completely, pressing the edges together to seal. Use a fork to crimp the edges for extra security and a decorative touch.
Slice each roll into four equal pieces (you should end up with 16 pieces total). Place them on the prepared baking sheet, seam side down.
Brush the tops of the sausage rolls lightly with more plant-based milk. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top, if desired.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and puffed.
Let the sausage rolls cool slightly before serving. They can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1793 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 110.2 g | 141% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.3 g | 97% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 43.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1748 mg | 76% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 155.4 g | 57% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 42.2 g | 151% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.5 g | ||
| Protein | 65.1 g | 130% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 338 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 19.4 mg | 108% | |
| Potassium | 2330 mg | 50% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
