Super Easy Gluten Roast

Experience pure comfort with this hearty and satisfying Super Easy Gluten Roast, a perfect plant-based centerpiece for any meal. Made with protein-packed vital wheat gluten and chickpea flour, this vegan roast gets its irresistible savory flavor from nutritional yeast, soy sauce, and a medley of aromatic spices like sage, thyme, and garlic powder. The recipe’s simple preparation involves kneading, wrapping, and steaming, making it an approachable choice for beginners while delivering impressive results. Whether served sliced alongside roasted vegetables or used in sandwiches, this tender and flavorful gluten roast is a versatile and delicious alternative for vegetarians and vegans alike. Ready in just over an hour, it’s an effortless yet impressive addition to your meatless dinner repertoire.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Vital wheat gluten
• 0.5 cups Chickpea flour
• 0.25 cups Nutritional yeast
• 2 teaspoons Onion powder
• 1.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 0.75 cups Vegetable broth (warm)
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Sage (dried and ground)
• 1 teaspoon Thyme (dried and ground)
• 0.5 teaspoons Paprika (optional, for color)
• 4 cups Water (for steaming)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the dry ingredients: vital wheat gluten, chickpea flour, nutritional yeast, onion powder, garlic powder, sage, thyme, and paprika. Mix until evenly blended.

Step 2

In a separate smaller bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, warm vegetable broth, and olive oil.

Step 3

Slowly pour the wet mixture into the dry mixture while stirring with a spoon or your hands. Once it starts to come together, knead the dough for about 3-5 minutes until elastic and slightly firm.

Step 4

Shape the dough into a roast-like log or loaf form, roughly 8 inches long.

Step 5

Wrap the loaf tightly in aluminum foil, twisting the ends to seal like a candy wrapper. Ensure the foil is secure to prevent the dough from expanding too much during cooking.

Step 6

In a large pot or steamer, bring the water to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium and place the wrapped loaf on a steaming rack inside the pot. Cover with a lid.

Step 7

Let the loaf steam for 60 minutes, checking occasionally to ensure the water does not run dry. Add more water if needed.

Step 8

Once steamed, carefully remove the loaf from the pot and allow it to cool for about 10 minutes before unwrapping.

Step 9

Slice the gluten roast and serve hot as a main dish, or store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1646.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1729.2

Total Fat 9.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 1.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2569.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 70.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.0g	0%
Total Sugars 1.2g
Protein 342.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 695.7mg	0%
Iron 24.7mg	0%
Potassium 809.1mg	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: 4.7%

Protein: 79.0%

Carbs: 16.3%