Vegan Savory Minced Meat with Tomato Sauce
Satisfy your savory cravings with this hearty and flavorful Vegan Savory Minced Meat with Tomato Sauce. Packed with protein-rich cooked lentils and wholesome walnuts, this plant-based recipe delivers a deliciously meaty texture without any animal products. Aromatic onions, garlic, and an array of fresh vegetables are sautéed to perfection before being simmered in a rich tomato sauce infused with soy sauce, dried herbs, and smoky paprika. Ready in just 45 minutes, it’s a versatile dish perfect for serving over pasta, rice, or as a filling for tacos and wraps. Finish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for an irresistible garnish. This vegan minced meat recipe is the ultimate comfort food with a healthy twist—ideal for weeknight dinners or meal prep!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked lentils
- 1 cup walnuts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium carrot, finely grated
- 1 celery stalk, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 can (15 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Place the walnuts in a food processor and pulse until they reach a coarse, crumbly texture. Be careful not to over-process into a paste.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until it becomes translucent.
Add the minced garlic, grated carrot, and chopped celery to the skillet. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until the vegetables are softened.
Stir in the cooked lentils and chopped walnuts, mixing well with the vegetables.
Add soy sauce, tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, dried basil, smoked paprika, and red pepper flakes to the skillet. Stir everything together to combine well.
Season the mixture with salt and black pepper to taste. Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent it from sticking.
Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed. If the mixture becomes too thick, add a splash of water or vegetable broth to reach the desired consistency.
Once the flavors have melded together and the sauce has thickened to your liking, remove the skillet from the heat.
Serve the vegan savory minced meat with tomato sauce over your favorite pasta, rice, or use as a filling for tacos or wraps. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1507 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 109.0 g | 140% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.1 g | 60% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 59.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2520 mg | 110% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 107.4 g | 39% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 37.1 g | 132% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.4 g | ||
| Protein | 47.6 g | 95% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 387 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 16.8 mg | 93% | |
| Potassium | 3337 mg | 71% | |
*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.
