Vegan Parmesan Sauce With Lentils
Tue Jan 02 2024

Vegan Parmesan Sauce With Lentils

This sauce is creamy and rich, perfect when you need a comforting, easy dinner. The sauce can optionally be served with pasta instead of rice.

SERVINGS:
COOKING TIME:

Ingredients

Lentil Sauce
  • 460 g pre-cooked lentils, strained and rinsed
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped
  • 1/3 cup vegan white wine
  • 1 cup plant-based cream
  • 1/2 cup plant-based sour cream
  • 1 tsp dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp paprika powder
  • 1 tsp sambal oelek
  • 50 g plant-based parmesan, granted
  • 4 tbsp fresh basil, chopped + extra for topping
  • salt and pepper to taste
Other
  • 1 cup rice

Instructions

  • Start by cooking the rice according to package instructions.
  • Heat a deep skillet with oil to medium heat, add in the onion and garlic and cook until slightly transparent, about 5 minutes. Pour in the wine and leave to reduce, about 7 minutes.
  • Add dijon mustard, paprika powder and sambal oelek to the skillet along with plant cream and sour cream. Give everything a stir before leaving to simmer until sauce starts to thicken, about 10 minutes.
  • Add in lentils along with parmesan and basil. Let simmer for another 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Top with additional basil and serve with rice.