Description
If you’re craving a hearty, comforting meal without the meat, this Simple Lentil Mushroom Stroganoff is your answer. It’s creamy, savory, and loaded with protein-packed lentils and umami-rich mushrooms. A perfect fit for your list of easy dinner ideas, this dish is great for anyone looking for a quick vegetarian dinner, a healthy plant-based option, or just new food ideas that deliver on flavor and texture. Ideal for cozy nights or meal prepping ahead!
Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
16 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon dried thyme
2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
2 cups vegetable broth
1 1/2 cups cooked brown lentils (or 1 can lentils, rinsed and drained)
1/2 cup plant-based milk or cream
8 ounces egg noodles or pasta of choice
Salt and pepper, to taste
Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.
2. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Add sliced mushrooms and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, until they release moisture and begin to brown.
4. Sprinkle in the flour and stir to evenly coat. Cook for 1 minute.
5. Stir in thyme, soy sauce, and Dijon mustard.
6. Pour in vegetable broth and add cooked lentils. Simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens.
7. Reduce heat and stir in plant-based milk or cream. Cook for another 2 minutes, adjusting seasoning with salt and pepper.
8. Meanwhile, cook egg noodles or pasta as directed. Drain and serve with lentil mushroom stroganoff spooned over the top.
9. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.
Notes
To save time, use canned lentils—just rinse and drain before using.
For added richness, stir in a spoonful of vegan sour cream at the end.
This sauce pairs well with mashed potatoes or rice for variation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: easy dinner, vegetarian recipe, healthy pasta, weeknight meal