What is vegan meat made out of?

Many processed vegan meats are made with pea protein, oils and other ingredients difficult to pronounce. The saturated fat content can be high and nutrient-density is often very low. This vegan meat recipe is made with whole plant foods: cauliflower, mushrooms, and walnuts.

Is vegan meat good for you?

The healthfulness of vegan or plant-based meat depends on the ingredients. This vegan meat recipe is healthy because its made with whole plant foods. The processed, store-bought kind is often made with ingredients with low nutrient-density, but high calorie-density. So, if health is a concern to you, it's best to make your own plant-based meat at home.

How do I store leftovers?

Leftovers of this vegan "magic" meat can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or in the freezer for up to 4 months.

Walnut Meat (VEGAN, GLUTEN FREE)

Name: Walnut "Magic" Meat
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 cups of cauliflower (13-ounce weight, about one small head of cauliflower); 4 cups mushrooms (6-ounce weight), cremini/baby bella or white button; ¾ cup raw walnuts; 2 Tbsp garlic powder; 2 Tbsp onion powder; 2 Tbsp coconut aminos (or 1 Tbsp regular aminos)

Description

This tasty walnut meat crumble is also known as "magic" meat, and is made with only six ingredients. It's a delicious and healthy whole food, plant-based vegan substitute for ground beef. It's also gluten-free, soy-free, and perfect for meal prep. #veganmeatrecipes #veganmeatballrecipe #cauliflower #mushrooms #walnuts #healthyveganrecipes #danielfastrecipes #magicmeat #walnutmeat

Ingredients

Units Scale

4 cups of cauliflower (13-ounce weight, about one small head of cauliflower)
4 cups mushrooms (6-ounce weight), cremini/baby bella or white button
3/4 cup raw walnuts
2 Tbsp garlic powder
2 Tbsp onion powder
2 Tbsp coconut aminos (or 1 Tbsp regular aminos)

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (or 177°C).

Pulse walnuts in a food processor and transfer to a large mixing bowl.

Roughly chop mushrooms and add them to the food processor. Pulse the mushrooms and add to the same mixing bowl.

Finally, roughly chop cauliflower and add them to the food processor. Pulse the cauliflower and scrape down the sides, if necessary. Add processed cauliflower to the mixing bowl.

Add garlic powder, onion powder and coconut aminos to the mixing bowl and stir well to combine.

Evenly spread the walnut meat mixture onto a parchment-lined or silicone mat baking sheet.

Place in the 350°F (or 177°C) oven and bake for 35 to 40 minutes. About 15 to 20 minutes into baking, use a closed spatula to carefully turn or stir the mixture, and continue baking for the remainder of the time.

Remove from oven, stir and let sit for 5 minutes before using.

This recipe makes about 4 cups of cooked walnut meat.

Notes

EQUIPMENT / SUPPLIES

Oven
Knife
Cutting board
Measuring cup
Measuring spoons
Large mixing bowl
Food processor
Large spoon
Spatula
Baking sheet
Parchment paper or silicone mat

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Sides
Method: Stovetop & Oven Baked
Cuisine: American