Vegan Sausage Crumbles with Chickpeas and Lentils: 7 Easy Recipes to Try - Recipes Horizon

Ingredients

• 1 cup cooked chickpeas (for creamy texture and protein)
• 1 cup cooked lentils (preferably brown or green for bite)
• 1 small onion, finely chopped (adds aromatic depth)
• 3 garlic cloves, minced (natural flavor enhancer)
• 2 tbsp tomato paste (for umami richness)
• 1 tbsp soy sauce or tamari (for that savory “meaty” note)
• 1 tbsp smoked paprika (smokiness is key to authentic sausage flavor)
• 1 tsp dried sage (classic herb in sausage seasoning)
• 1 tsp dried thyme (earthy background notes)
• 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for a spicy kick)
• 1/4 cup vital wheat gluten (optional, for chewy texture)
• 2 tbsp olive oil (helps bind and adds moisture)
• Salt and pepper to taste