Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Hot and Cold. Warm, creamy bean puree and piping-hot plant-based meat are cooled by a refreshing, herby tomato salad.
  
  

• Easy to Prepare. All you have to do is whip up the bean puree, cook up the meat, and chop the tomatoes. Baga bing, bada bom, and you’ve got a fancy meal on your table in just 30 minutes. 
  
  

• Packed with Plant-Based Protein. While Meaty Meat delivers 34 g of plant-based protein per serving, white beans really make sure you won’t get protein-deficient any time soon.

• Great for Entertaining. Double the recipe and serve it with pillowy flat bread, rice, or roasted potatoes at your next dinner party. 

Key Ingredients for Plant-Based Lamb on Warm Creamy Bean Puree and Herby Marinated Tomatoes

• Meaty Meat Lamb-ish gets seared in the pan and then sliced to deliver a tender, juicy element that pairs perfectly with creamy beans and firm, yet soft ripe tomatoes.
  
  

• White Beans add body to this meal while providing perfect creaminess and a slightly nutty and earthy flavour that works well with savory, umami-laced plant-based meat, acidic tomatoes, and punchy, aromatic herbs.
  
  

• Tomatoes bring freshness, texture, and joy.
  
  

• Fresh Herbs brighten up this potentially beige meal.
  
  

• Olive Oil adds a grassy, peppery, and unoffensively bitter undertone to all the elements of this dish.
  
  

• Garlic and Shallots add flavor and aroma to otherwise bland bean puree. 

Equipment You’ll Need

• Cutting board 

• Sharp knife 

• Measuring spoons and cups 

• Kitchen scale 

• Kitchen colander or strainer for draining and rinsing beans 

• Non-stick pan or pot for cooking aromatics and warming up the beans

• High-speed blender, handheld blender, or food processor for making bean puree

• Medium-sized bowl for making marinated tomato salad 

How To Prepare Plant-Based Lamb on Warm Creamy Bean Puree and Herby Marinated Tomatoes

1. Prepare Marinated Herby Tomatoes  

Finely chop herbs of your choice and cut tomatoes into bite-sized pieces. Add both to a bowl with crushed garlic clove, and season with salt, pepper, vinegar, and olive oil.

Cover and place in the fridge to marinate until ready to plate. This can be done a few hours in advance. 

2. Whip up the White Bean Puree 

Add olive oil, a roughly chopped garlic clove, and a shallot to a non-stick pan or pot. Slowly heat up to medium heat, mixing constantly to prevent burning. This way, oil will slowly get infused with the aromatics. After 1-2 minutes, once garlic and shallots have some color, add beans and water.

Season with salt and pepper. Cook for 3-4 minutes, until warmed through. Transfer to a high-speed blender or food processor, and blend until smooth, then back to the pot, to keep it warm over low heat, while cooking Meaty Meat. 

3. Cook up Vegan Meat   

Remove Meaty Meat Lamb-ish from the packaging and season with salt and pepper on all sides. Heat olive oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat. Add Meaty Meat and cook for 8-9 minutes, until nicely browned on all sides. 

Remove from the heat, and let it rest for a few minutes. Slice it up into desired pieces. 

4. Serve

Spread bean puree on a plate.

Top with sliced Meaty Meat, and spoon over marinated tomatoes. If you’re feeling fancy, drizzle over extra olive oil and sprinkle with flaky salt. 

Tips & Tricks
 

• Give It Time. Let the tomatoes marinate and soak up all the juices. 
   

• Spice It Up. Add your favorite spices or herbs to the white bean puree to add an extra layer of flavor.
  
  

• Find A Perfect  Partner For This Delicious Crime. Scoop up the bean puree with soft pita bread, or pair it with roasted potatoes, rice, or any other grain. 

FAQ

Which beans should I use? 

You can use canned or home-cooked Canellini, Navy, Great Northern, or Butter/Lima beans. 

Can I prepare this ahead of time?  

You can prepare bean puree and marinated tomatoes ahead of time. Keep in separate airtight containers in the fridge until ready to serve. The bean puree can be prepared 3 days in advance, but marinated tomatoes are best kept in the fridge for 1 day to maintain freshness. 

Is this recipe gluten-free?

Yes, this recipe is gluten-free. 

NOTE: Juicy Marbles meats are not gluten-free certified, but we do not include gluten in any of our product recipes.

What kind of tomatoes should I use?  

You can use any kind of tomato you like. If using larger tomatoes, chop them into smaller pieces; if using cherry tomatoes, slice them in half. 

Can I make this recipe in the winter?

Of course! Store-bought cherry tomatoes are still quite flavourful in the wintertime, and a great option. 

What should I serve this with?

Fluffy, soft pita bread is a perfect pairing for this luscious plate of food, but potatoes, rice, quinoa, or any other grain also work well.

Can I use a different meat alternative?

Of course. Feel free to swap Meaty Meat Lamb-ish with Thick-Cut Filet, Whole-Cut Loin, or Meaty Meat Pork-ish.