Sugar-Free Vegan Chorizo

Elevate your plant-based cooking with this Sugar-Free Vegan Chorizo, a hearty and flavorful meat-free alternative that's as versatile as it is easy to make. Crafted with wholesome ingredients like walnuts, firm tofu, and unsweetened sun-dried tomatoes, this recipe achieves a perfect balance of smoky, spicy, and savory flavors, thanks to a medley of bold spices such as smoked paprika, chili powder, and cumin. With a quick prep time of just 15 minutes, this high-protein chorizo comes together in a single skillet, making it ideal for busy weeknights. Whether you're stuffing it into tacos, sprinkling it over pasta, or pairing it with breakfast scrambles, this oil-free and sugar-free recipe is a satisfying choice for health-conscious eaters. Perfect for vegans and anyone seeking a plant-based take on classic chorizo.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup walnuts
• 14 ounces firm tofu
• 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes (unsweetened, oil-free)
• 2 tablespoons water
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1.5 teaspoons smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.25 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Place the walnuts in a food processor and pulse a few times until they are coarsely ground. Be careful not to over-process them; you want a crumbly texture, not walnut butter. Set aside.

Step 2

Press the tofu to remove excess moisture by wrapping it in a clean kitchen towel and placing a heavy object, like a skillet, on top for 5 minutes.

Step 3

Add the sun-dried tomatoes and water to a small bowl. Let the tomatoes soak for 5 minutes to soften.

Step 4

In the same food processor, add the pressed tofu, softened sun-dried tomatoes (drained, if necessary), olive oil, and apple cider vinegar. Pulse until the mixture has a ground meat-like texture. Avoid over-processing.

Step 5

Transfer the tofu mixture to a mixing bowl. Add the ground walnuts, smoked paprika, ground cumin, chili powder, onion powder, garlic powder, dried oregano, ground cinnamon, crushed red pepper flakes, sea salt, and black pepper. Mix well with a spoon or your hands until the spices are fully incorporated.

Step 6

Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add the chorizo mixture to the skillet and cook for about 8-10 minutes, stirring frequently, until the mixture is browned and slightly crispy in some areas.

Step 7

Serve the sugar-free vegan chorizo immediately in tacos, burritos, pasta, breakfast scrambles, or any dish of your choice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(723.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1709.2

Total Fat 128.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 59.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2495.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 96.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.4g	0%
Total Sugars 52.4g
Protein 77.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 874.2mg	0%
Iron 18.1mg	0%
Potassium 5007.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 62.3%

Protein: 16.7%

Carbs: 21.0%