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High-Protein Vegan Meals

Quick and delicious high-protein vegan recipes perfect for any time of the day.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: Plant-Based, Vegan
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Vegan Protein Sources
  • 1 cup Lentils Packed with protein, can be used in soups, salads, or curries.
  • 1 cup Chickpeas Great for making hummus or salads.
  • 1 block Tofu Versatile ingredient, can be sautéed or used in stir-fries.
  • 1 block Tempeh Higher protein content than tofu, ideal for texture.
  • 1 cup Quinoa Complete protein source that adds great texture.
  • 1 cup Edamame Protein-rich snack option.
  • 1 cup Nuts Variety of nuts like almonds, walnuts, or peanuts can add crunch and protein.
Basic Cooking Ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon Soy sauce To add flavor to stir-fries.
  • 1 can Coconut milk To add creaminess to dishes.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Essential flavoring ingredient.
  • 1 medium Onion Base flavor for many dishes.
  • 1 cup Vegetables (broccoli, carrots, bell peppers) Assorted vegetables for stir-fries or salads.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by preparing your protein sources. Cook lentils according to package instructions.
  2. Chop tofu into blocks and marinate with soy sauce and spices for flavor.
  3. Rinse and drain chickpeas; set aside.
  4. Cook quinoa as per instructions and prepare any vegetables you plan to use.
Cooking
  1. In a large skillet, sauté onions and garlic until translucent.
  2. Add in marinated tofu and cook until golden brown.
  3. Stir in vegetables and cook until tender.
  4. Mix in lentils, quinoa, and chickpeas, stirring until combined.
  5. Drizzle coconut milk over the dish and let simmer for a few minutes.
  6. Serve hot and enjoy your high-protein vegan meal!

Notes

Feel free to mix and match different vegetables and spices based on your preference. These meals are versatile and can be adjusted to fit taste.