Vegan Cassoulet

Vegan Cassoulet is a hearty French stew that embraces plant-based ingredients, featuring rich flavors of smoked tofu and beans, all simmered together for a comforting meal. Perfect for a cozy dinner, this dish is both satisfying and packed with nutrition.

Ingredients

• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Yellow onion - 1, diced
• Carrot - 1, diced
• Celery stalk - 1, diced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Smoked tofu - 200 grams, cubed
• Canned diced tomatoes - 400 grams
• Canned white beans (e.g., cannellini) - 400 grams, drained and rinsed
• Vegetable broth - 500 ml
• Bay leaves - 2
• Thyme - 1 teaspoon, dried
• Rosemary - 1 teaspoon, dried
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - to taste
• Salt - to taste
• Fresh parsley - for garnish

Steps

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion, carrot, and celery, and sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
2. Add the minced garlic and smoked tofu to the pot, and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Stir in the canned diced tomatoes, white beans, vegetable broth, bay leaves, thyme, rosemary, paprika, black pepper, and salt.
4. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Remove bay leaves and taste for seasoning, adjusting salt and pepper as needed.
6. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 420
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 55 g
• Fiber: 15 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from beans and tofu.
• High in dietary fiber, promoting digestive health.

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