Quinoa And Tempeh With Tomato Sauce

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  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Cook Time

    20 mins

  • Total Time

    25 mins

  • Servings

    4

  • Calories

    489 kcal

  • Course

    Main Course

  • Cuisine

    Vegan

Quinoa And Tempeh With Tomato Sauce

Looking for a delicious vegan meal prep idea? This quinoa and tempeh with a rich, spicy tomato sauce may become your new favourite make-ahead lunch. Ready in under 25 minutes, as well as gluten-free and easy to make.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 1 cup quinoa dry
  • 1 large red onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • ½ red chilli de-seeded and chopped, fresh
  • 3 medium carrot peeled into ribbons (simply continue peeling the carrot once you have removed the outer edge
  • 15 oz tempeh small bite-sized pieces
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • 4 tbsp tomato paste
  • 14 oz tomato canned
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup
  • ½ cup Coriander fresh
  • 1 lemon juice of

Instructions

  1. Cover the quinoa with around 4 cups boiling water and simmer on a medium heat for 20 minutes, until cooked. 
  2. Meanwhile, add the red onion, garlic, and fresh chilli into a large non-stick frying pan with around 1 tbsp water and cook on a medium-high heat for around 3 minutes, until softened. 
  3. Add the carrot strips and stir for a further minute. 
  4. Add the tempeh pieces, garlic powder, and tomato paste. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tempeh is lightly browned. 
  5. Lower the heat and pour in the canned tomatoes, followed by the paprika, balsamic vinegar and maple syrup. Simmer on a low-medium heat for 8-10 minutes, or until the sauce reaches your desired consistency. 
  6. Once the quinoa is cooked, stir in the fresh coriander and lemon juice. 
  7. Distribute the quinoa and the sauce evenly between 4 airtight containers with cucumber and fresh greens.

Notes

  • Crumbled tofu or beans/pulses also work well here.
  • You swap the quinoa for any grain of your choice, rice, pasta, or noodles.
  • Add any other toppings or sauces of your choice. I like to sprinkle some nutritional yeast on top and add fresh avocado. Grated vegan cheese also makes a fantastic addition.
  • This tempeh meal lasts well in the fridge for up to 4 days. You can also freeze for up to 3 months, reheating in the microwave after leaving in the fridge to thaw fully overnight.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 489kcal (24%) Carbohydrates 67g (22%) Protein 30g (60%) Fat 15g (23%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Sodium 308mg (13%) Potassium 1437mg (31%) Fiber 8g (32%) Sugar 18g (36%) Vitamin A 8494IU (170%) Vitamin C 33mg (37%) Calcium 226mg (23%) Iron 7mg (39%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 489 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 489kcal 24%
Carbohydrates 67g 22%
Protein 30g 60%
Fat 15g 23%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Sodium 308mg 13%
Potassium 1437mg 31%
Fiber 8g 32%
Sugar 18g 36%
Vitamin A 8494IU 170%
Vitamin C 33mg 37%
Calcium 226mg 23%
Iron 7mg 39%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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