Saganaki Vegan

Saganaki Vegan is a delightful twist on the traditional Greek dish, featuring crispy pan-fried vegan cheese served with a zesty lemon and herb dressing. This dish is perfect for sharing as a snack or appetizer, bringing a taste of the Mediterranean to your table.

Ingredients

• Vegan cheese (block) - 200 grams
• All-purpose flour - 1/2 cup (60 grams)
• Cornstarch - 2 tablespoons (30 grams)
• Olive oil - 3 tablespoons
• Lemon - 1 (for juice and zest)
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons (chopped)
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1/4 teaspoon
• Cucumber - 1 small (for garnish)
• Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams (for garnish)

Steps

1. 1. Slice the vegan cheese into thick slices (about 1 cm each).
2. 2. In a shallow bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, and paprika.
3. 3. Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
4. 4. Dredge each slice of vegan cheese in the flour mixture, ensuring all sides are coated.
5. 5. Once the oil is hot, carefully place the coated cheese slices in the skillet, cooking for about 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
6. 6. While the cheese is cooking, prepare the dressing by mixing the juice and zest of the lemon with chopped parsley in a small bowl.
7. 7. Remove the fried cheese from the skillet and place it on a paper towel to drain any excess oil.
8. 8. Serve the crispy vegan cheese hot, drizzled with the lemon-parsley dressing, and garnish with cucumber slices and cherry tomatoes.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from vegan cheese.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil, which may support heart health.

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