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Vegetarian Mince and Potato Bowl with Crunchy Lettuce recipe
A warm, satisfying bowl of seasoned vegetarian mince and potatoes served over crisp lettuce. Simple, fresh and ideal when you want a lighter dinner.
35 min · Easy · British Jump to method
Ingredients
- 650g Potatoes
- 400g vegetarian meat-free mince
- 1 small Lettuce
- 25g Butter
- 2 tsp Herbs
- 1 tsp Salt
| Nutrition | Per serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 272 kcal |
| Protein | 14.8 g |
| Carbohydrates | 34.5 g |
| Fat | 9.1 g |
| Saturated fat | 4 g |
| Fibre | 4.5 g |
| Sugar | 2.4 g |
| Sodium | 620 mg |
Why this works
Moderate-calorie bowl with a useful amount of protein and fibre, but relatively high sodium from added salt and potentially processed meat-free mince.
Potassium from potatoes. Potatoes contribute potassium, which supports normal muscle and nerve function.
Fibre and micronutrients from lettuce and potatoes. The lettuce adds a little vitamin K and folate, while the potato contributes some vitamin C and fibre.
Sodium caution. The added salt, plus any seasoning already in the meat-free mince, can make this dish fairly high in sodium.
Method
- Boil the potatoes in salted water for 12-15 minutes until tender, then drain and keep warm.
- Cook the vegetarian meat-free mince in butter with the herbs for 8-10 minutes until hot and lightly browned.
- Arrange the lettuce in bowls and top with the potatoes and mince.
- Season with a little more salt if needed and serve immediately.
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