Green Chef Vegan Recipe Cards

Hello and welcome to our collection of vegan recipes! We created these recipe cards to share our love of plant-based cooking with you. Whether you’re a seasoned vegan or just looking to incorporate more plant-based meals into your diet, we hope you find these recipes delicious and inspiring.

• Lentil Shepherd’s Pie
• Roasted Vegetable Quinoa Bowl
• Spicy Red Lentil Curry
• Chickpea and Spinach Curry
• Mushroom and Pea Risotto

Lentil Shepherd’s Pie

Ingredients:

• 1 cup lentils
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 carrots, chopped
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• 1 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp dried rosemary
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 4-5 large potatoes, peeled and chopped
• 1/4 cup non-dairy milk
• 1 tbsp vegan butter
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. In a large pot, combine the lentils, vegetable broth, onion, garlic, carrots, celery, tomato paste, thyme, rosemary, and olive oil.
3. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30-40 minutes, or until the lentils are tender and most of the liquid has been absorbed.
4. Meanwhile, boil the potatoes in a separate pot until soft.
5. Drain the potatoes and mash with the non-dairy milk, vegan butter, salt, and pepper.
6. Transfer the lentil mixture to a baking dish and spread the mashed potatoes on top.
7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the potatoes are lightly browned.

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Recipes FAQ:

• Q: Can I use sweet potatoes instead of regular potatoes in the Shepherd’s Pie recipe?
  A: Yes, sweet potatoes would be a delicious alternative!
• Q: Can I freeze the lentil mixture and potato topping separately?
  A: Yes, you can freeze them separately for up to 3 months. Just thaw and assemble before baking.
• Q: Can I use canned lentils instead of dried?
  A: Yes, you can use canned lentils for a quicker meal. Just skip the simmering step and add the canned lentils to the sautéed veggies with a splash of vegetable broth to loosen everything up.
• Q: Can I add other vegetables to the Shepherd’s Pie?
  A: Absolutely! Try adding mushrooms, peas, or corn for extra flavor and nutrition.
• Q: Can I make the Shepherd’s Pie gluten-free?
  A: Yes, just make sure to use gluten-free vegetable broth and double-check that all of your ingredients are gluten-free.

Recipes Tips:

If you don’t have vegetable broth on hand, you can use water and a bouillon cube or substitute with chicken or beef broth if you’re not vegan. You can also add some red wine to the lentil mixture for extra depth of flavor.

To make the Roasted Vegetable Quinoa Bowl even easier, you can use frozen pre-chopped veggies instead of roasting fresh ones. Just toss them in a little oil and seasoning and roast in the oven until tender.

If you’re short on time, you can use canned chickpeas in the Chickpea and Spinach Curry recipe. Just drain and rinse them before adding to the curry.