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Vegetarian Mince and Potato Skillet with Peppers recipe
A hearty one-pan dinner with browned vegetarian mince, soft potatoes and sweet peppers. It is savoury, colourful and ideal for a quick midweek meal.
40 min · Easy · British Jump to method
Ingredients
- 700g Potatoes
- 450g vegetarian meat-free mince
- 2 Mixed peppers
- 30g Butter
- 2 tsp Herbs
- 1 tsp Salt
| Nutrition | Per serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 405 kcal |
| Protein | 17 g |
| Carbohydrates | 54 g |
| Fat | 13 g |
| Saturated fat | 6.1 g |
| Fibre | 8.1 g |
| Sugar | 4.9 g |
| Sodium | 580 mg |
Why this works
A filling, moderately high-carbohydrate vegetarian meal with a useful amount of fibre and protein, but it is fairly salty and moderate in saturated fat due to the butter and added salt.
Potassium and vitamin C. Potatoes and peppers contribute potassium, while the peppers add vitamin C, which supports immune function and iron absorption.
Fibre from potatoes and peppers. This dish provides a decent amount of fibre per serving, which can support digestive health and help with fullness.
Sodium and saturated fat. The added salt and butter raise sodium and saturated fat, so this is less suitable for low-salt or heart-conscious eating without adjustment.
Method
- Cut the potatoes into small cubes and boil for 6-7 minutes until just tender, then drain well.
- Melt the butter in a large frying pan and cook the vegetarian meat-free mince for 6-8 minutes.
- Add the mixed peppers and cooked potatoes, then fry for another 8-10 minutes until the potatoes are crisp at the edges.
- Season with salt and stir through the herbs.
- Cook for 2 more minutes, then serve hot from the pan.
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