This is a super satisfying meal of dal, seitan and broccolini. This meal is packed with plant-based protein, great for all the vegetarians and vegans out there. The dal is so flavorful and nutritious and perfectly complements the seitan. The broccolini is so vibrant and has a flavor to match!

What is seitan?

Seitan is a vegan protein source made from “vital wheat gluten”. It is very high in protein, 1 serving usually has between 15-20 grams of protein. The satan in this image came pre cooked and pre seasoned so I just had to heat it up in a pan. When I let the pan char the seitan a little, the flavor was SO good. 

Dal

Ingredients:

-2 cups lentils (red lentils work best and quickest)

-1 tbsp olive oil

-1 medium onion diced

-3 cloves garlic minced

-1 jalapeno diced (or half a jalapeno for a less spicy version)

-1 tsp turmeric

-½ tsp cumin

-1 can coconut milk

- 1 tsp Salt 

- pepper to taste

- Garnish with crushed red pepper and chives (optional)

Instructions:

1. Heat the oil in a pan over medium-high heat and add the onion and stir for 1-2 minutes.

2. Add in the jalapeno, garlic, turmeric, cumin and saute until soft.

3. Add in the lentils with 2 cups of water and the can of coconut milk. Stir occasionally. Different types of lentils may require more water so watch the pot as it cooks and add more water if necessary.

4. Cooking time will differ depending on the type of lentils so read the instructions on the package. Red lentils should take about 20-25 minutes. Other types will take around 30-35 minutes. 

Broccolini

Ingredients:

-Broccolini stalks

-3 cloves garlic

-2 tbsp olive oil

Instructions:

1. Trim the hard ends off of the broccolini and cut the garlic into slices. 

2. Bring a pot of water to boil. Drop in the broccolini and boil for 2 minutes.

3. Immediately transfer the broccolini into an ice bath and let sit for 2-3 minutes to stop the cooking. (This gives the broccolini the beautiful deep green color)

4. In a skillet, heat up the oil and add in the garlic and broccolini. Cook until broccolini is heated through and the garlic is softened.

5. Remove from heat and enjoy!