Vegan Savory Sausage with Roasted Vegetables

Delight your taste buds with this hearty and healthy Vegan Savory Sausage with Roasted Vegetables—a plant-based meal that promises robust flavors and nourishing comfort. This recipe features protein-packed homemade sausages crafted from chickpeas, vital wheat gluten, and a medley of spices like smoked paprika and fennel seeds, giving them an authentic, smoky flavor. The sausages are baked to perfection, pairing beautifully with a vibrant array of roasted vegetables, including golden potatoes, sweet carrots, and tender zucchini, seasoned with thyme for a rustic touch. With just 20 minutes of prep and a total cook time of 40 minutes, this satisfying dish is perfect for busy weeknights or as a meal-prep favorite. Packed with nutrition and bursting with flavor, it’s a must-try for anyone seeking delicious vegan dinner ideas!

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup chickpeas, canned and drained
• 1 cup vital wheat gluten
• 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon fennel seeds
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 tablespoons water
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cups potatoes, cubed
• 1 cup carrots, sliced
• 1 cup red bell pepper, diced
• 1 cup zucchini, sliced
• 0 to taste salt and black pepper
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, mash the chickpeas with a fork or potato masher until mostly smooth.

Step 3

Add the vital wheat gluten, nutritional yeast, smoked paprika, fennel seeds, garlic powder, and onion powder to the chickpeas.

Step 4

Mix in the soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and water until a dough forms. Knead the dough for 3-5 minutes until elastic.

Step 5

Shape the dough into 4-6 sausage links.

Step 6

Wrap each sausage link in aluminum foil, twisting the ends to seal.

Step 7

Place the wrapped sausages on a baking sheet and bake for 25 minutes.

Step 8

While sausages are baking, toss potatoes, carrots, red bell pepper, and zucchini with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, pepper, and dried thyme in a large bowl.

Step 9

Spread the vegetables on another baking sheet and roast in the oven for 30-35 minutes, or until tender and golden brown, stirring halfway through.

Step 10

Once the sausages are done, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly before unwrapping.

Step 11

Serve the vegan sausages alongside the roasted vegetables and enjoy your meal!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1532.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2092.3

Total Fat 68.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2260.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 179.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 35.2g	0%
Total Sugars 33.1g
Protein 200.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 657.6mg	0%
Iron 21.5mg	0%
Potassium 4198.8mg	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: 28.7%

Protein: 37.6%

Carbs: 33.7%