Building a Balanced Vegan Meal doesn’t have to be complicated. At The Vegan Butcher’s Choice, we believe in a flexible, no-nonsense approach: include a good source of protein, carbohydrates, healthy fats, plenty of vegetables and you’re set to go! The keyword to health? Always VARIATION.
To make things easier, we’ve put together three meal ideas at different levels of difficulty. Whether you’re in a rush, have a bit of time, or want to impress, we’ve got you covered. Let’s find out how to Build a Balanced Vegan Meal!
1. Super Simple: High-protein wrap
Perfect for: A quick lunch or post-workout meal. (prep time: 5 minutes)
What you need:
• 1 whole wheat wrap (carbs & fiber)
• 100g of the Vegan Butcher’s Choice chicken bites (protein)
• 1 handful spinach or mixed greens (vitamins & minerals)
• 2 tablespoons hummus (healthy fats & extra protein)
• 1 tablespoon mixed seeds, such as sunflower seeds (crunch & omega-3s)
How you do it:
1. Spread the hummus on the wrap.
2. Sauteed the chicn bites in a pan for a few minuted. Add the chickn bites, greens, and sunflower seeds on top of the hummus.
3. Roll it up, slice in half, enjoy!
2. Medium Difficulty: Comforting Buddha Bowl
Perfect for: A satisfying, nutrient-dense dinner. (prep time: 20 minutes)
What you need:
• 100 g of the Vegan Butcher’s Choice Steak (protein)
• 1/2 cup quinoa or brown rice (carbs & fiber)
• 1/2 avocado (healthy fats)
• 1/2 cup roasted sweet potatoes (extra fiber & vitamin A)
• 1/2 cup steamed or sauteed broccoli (greens)
• 2 tablespoons tahini dressing (flavor & healthy fats)
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (extra crunch & calcium)
How you do it:
1. Cook quinoa or rice according to package instructions.
2. Pan fry the vegan steak for 3-4 minutes per side. Once cooked, slice in strips.
3. Assemble your bowl with all the ingredients above, drizzle with tahini dressing, and sprinkle sesame seeds on top.
3. When You Have Time: Gourmet Vegan Lasagna
Perfect for: A cozy weekend dinner or family meal. (prep time: 45 minutes – 1 hour)
What you need:
• 200g Vegan Butcher’s Choice Minced Meat (protein)
• Lasagna sheets (carbs)
• 500 gr tomato sauce
• 500 gr béchamel sauce (creaminess)
• 200 g Vegan Butcher’s Mozzarella (melty & delicious, plus healthy fats)
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil (healthy fats)
• 1 tsp oregano & basil (herbs & aroma)
• 1/2 cup spinach (extra greens)
How you do it:
1. Preheat the oven to 180°C
2. Sauté onions and garlic in olive oil until soft. Add minced meat and cook for 5 minutes. Stir in tomato sauce, oregano, basil, and let simmer for another 5 minutes.
3. If you do not buy the ready-made version, prep a quick béchamel with 100 gr vegan butter + 50 gr flour + 500 ml plantbased milk. Add pepper, nutmeg and salt to taste.
4. In a baking dish, layer lasagna sheets, bolognese sauce, béchamel, and spinach. Repeat for 4 layers and top off with the vegan butcher’s mozzarella.
5. Bake for 30 minutes at 180°C, until golden and bubbling.
Convinced?
Building a balanced vegan meal is easy when you keep it flexible and include key nutrients. Whether you’re making a quick wrap, a nourishing bowl, or an indulgent lasagna, The Vegan Butcher’s Choice has products to fit every lifestyle!
Check out our full range of handcrafted, high-quality plant-based products at shop.veganbutcher.be and start creating delicious meals today.
