Pasta con Seitan

Pasta con Seitan is a hearty vegan dish that combines al dente pasta with savory seitan in a rich tomato sauce, creating a satisfying meal that's bursting with flavor. This delightful Italian lunch is not only comforting but also packed with plant-based protein and nutrients.

Ingredients

• Pasta (spaghetti or penne) - 160g
• Seitan - 100g, sliced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Onion - 1 medium, chopped
• Canned diced tomatoes - 400g
• Vegetable broth - 100ml
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Dried basil - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh basil leaves - for garnish

Steps

1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions in salted boiling water until al dente, then drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the minced garlic and sliced seitan to the skillet, cooking for an additional 3-4 minutes until the seitan is slightly browned.
4. Pour in the canned diced tomatoes and vegetable broth, then stir in the dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Let the mixture simmer for about 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
5. Once the sauce thickens, add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss until well combined and heated through.
6. Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in plant-based protein from seitan.
• Rich in dietary fiber from tomatoes and pasta.

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