Vegan Goulash

This Vegan Goulash is a hearty and flavorful dish that combines traditional spices with a plant-based twist. Packed with vegetables and protein-rich lentils, it's perfect for a comforting dinner any night of the week.

Ingredients

• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Onion - 1 medium, diced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Mushrooms - 150 grams, sliced
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Celery - 1 stalk, diced
• Diced tomatoes - 400 grams (1 can)
• Vegetable broth - 500 ml
• Brown lentils - 100 grams, rinsed
• Paprika - 1 tablespoon
• Thyme - 1 teaspoon, dried
• Oregano - 1 teaspoon, dried
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - ½ teaspoon
• Bay leaf - 1
• Vegan Worcestershire sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Parsley - for garnish, chopped

Steps

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, sautéing until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
2. Add the diced bell pepper, mushrooms, carrot, and celery. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened.
3. Stir in the paprika, thyme, oregano, salt, and black pepper, cooking for 1 minute to release the spices' aroma.
4. Add the diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, brown lentils, and bay leaf to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover.
5. Simmer for about 25-30 minutes, or until the lentils are tender and the mixture has thickened. Stir occasionally and add more broth if necessary.
6. Remove the bay leaf and stir in the vegan Worcestershire sauce.
7. Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 55 g
• Fiber: 15 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 6 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in fiber, aiding digestive health.
• Rich in plant-based protein from lentils, supporting muscle repair.

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