Sweet & Sour Lentils and Mango Lettuce Wraps

May 27, 2023May 27, 20230 1
Sweet & Sour Lentils and Mango Lettuce Wraps - A Vegan Delight
in Vegan

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 cup dried brown lentils
scant 1 1/2 cups water
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 generous dash pepper
2 tablespoons soy sauce ( or coconut aminos for soy-free )
1 tablespoon almond butter ( or peanut butter )
1 tablespoon asian chili paste ( Sambal Oelek )
1 teaspoon sriracha sauce ( optional or add more chili pasta or hot sauce to taste )
1/2 inch knob ginger , minced
1 garlic clove , minced
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon sesame oil
2 tablespoons maple syrup
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
chopped ripe mango
cilantro
peanuts ( optional )
lettuce , of choice

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
2
Calories
529
Sugar
28g
Fat
16g
Craving a vegan meal that is packed with protein, fiber, and flavor? Look no further than these Sweet & Sour Lentils and Mango Lettuce Wraps! This recipe takes a fun spin on traditional lettuce wraps by replacing the typical meat and rice filling with a sweet and tangy lentil mixture. Lentils are cooked in a soy and almond butter sauce with chili paste, ginger, and garlic, providing plenty of rich flavor and a tiny bit of heat. Fresh mango and cilantro add brightness and texture, while chopped peanuts bring a bit of crunch. This recipe is perfect for meal prep, as it can be made in advance and stored in the fridge for a few days. Just assemble the wraps when you're ready to eat, and enjoy a tasty and healthy vegan meal!

Instructions

1.In a pot, bring the lentils, water, salt, and pepper to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover and cook for 20 minutes or until tender.
2.While the lentils cook, in a bowl, mix together soy sauce, almond butter, chili paste, sriracha sauce, ginger, garlic, garlic powder, sesame oil, maple syrup, and rice vinegar. Set aside.
3.Once the lentils are done, remove them from heat, strain, and cool them down. Then stir in the sweet and sour sauce.
4.To assemble lettuce wraps, lay a piece of lettuce, top with lentil mixture, chopped mango, chopped cilantro, and chopped peanuts.
5.Wrap it up like a burrito, and enjoy!

PROS

This recipe is packed with healthy plant protein and fiber, making it a satisfying vegan meal.

The sweet and sour flavor profile of the lentil mixture is a delicious and unique spin on traditional lettuce wraps.

Lentils are an affordable and versatile ingredient that can be found in any grocery store.

This recipe is vegan, gluten-free, and can easily be made soy-free by using coconut aminos instead of soy sauce.

CONS

This recipe requires a little bit of prep work and cooking time, so it may not be ideal for a quick and easy weeknight meal.

Lentils can be a bit bland on their own, so the sauce is necessary to give them flavor.

The recipe calls for quite a few ingredients, so it may be intimidating for beginner cooks or those without a well-stocked pantry.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Lentils are packed with nutrients such as protein, fiber, iron, and folate that are beneficial for heart health, digestion, and overall well-being.
Mango is a great source of vitamin C and antioxidants, which can support immune health and reduce inflammation.

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