Savory Protein Crumble
Elevate your plant-based meals with this irresistible Savory Protein Crumble — a versatile and nutrient-packed recipe that’s bursting with smoky, bold flavors. Made with textured vegetable protein (TVP), it’s rehydrated in rich vegetable broth and infused with a medley of seasonings, including smoked paprika, garlic powder, and a touch of cumin. Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy umami kick, while a quick sauté delivers satisfying crispness. Perfect as a flavorful topping for salads, tacos, casseroles, or even as a hearty snack, this protein-packed dish is ready in just 30 minutes and serves four. Ideal for vegans and vegetarians looking to boost their meal plans with a high-protein option, it’s a simple yet sensational recipe that’s as delicious as it is versatile.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup textured vegetable protein (TVP)
- 1 cup vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoons cumin
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
Instructions
In a medium bowl, combine the textured vegetable protein (TVP) with the vegetable broth. Stir well and let it sit for about 5 minutes until the TVP rehydrates and absorbs the liquid.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Once the oil is hot, add the rehydrated TVP to the skillet, spreading it evenly across the surface.
Pour the soy sauce over the TVP and stir well to ensure even coating.
Add onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, cumin, black pepper, and salt to the skillet. Stir continuously for about 5-7 minutes until the TVP begins to crisp and brown slightly.
Sprinkle the nutritional yeast over the TVP and mix it in thoroughly. Continue cooking for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the crumble becomes slightly crispy and golden.
Remove the skillet from heat and let the protein crumble cool slightly.
Serve the protein crumble warm as a topping for salads, casseroles, tacos, or enjoy it as a standalone protein-packed dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1085 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.1 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.2 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2371 mg | 103% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 83.7 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 33.4 g | 119% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.5 g | ||
| Protein | 114.0 g | 228% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 400 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 22.6 mg | 126% | |
| Potassium | 4491 mg | 96% | |
*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.
