Gluten-Free Vegan Chorizo

Elevate your plant-based cooking with this bold and flavorful Gluten-Free Vegan Chorizo recipe, a versatile and protein-packed alternative to traditional chorizo. Made with wholesome ingredients like raw walnuts, cooked lentils, and sun-dried tomatoes, this chorizo is expertly seasoned with smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, and a touch of cinnamon for a smoky-sweet kick. In just 20 minutes, your food processor and skillet transform simple pantry staples into a crumbly, meaty texture perfectly suited for tacos, burritos, rice bowls, or salads. Completely gluten-free and soy-free, this recipe is ideal for health-conscious eaters craving big, satisfying flavors. Quick to prepare and easy to store, it's a game-changer for weeknight meals or meal prep.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Raw walnuts
• 1 cup Cooked lentils
• 0.25 cup Sun-dried tomatoes (softened in hot water, if needed)
• 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
• 1 tablespoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Pepper
• 1 tablespoon Coconut aminos
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Water

Directions

Step 1

Place the raw walnuts, cooked lentils, and sun-dried tomatoes into a food processor.

Step 2

Add in the nutritional yeast, smoked paprika, cumin powder, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, and ground cinnamon.

Step 3

Season with salt and pepper, then pour in the coconut aminos, olive oil, and water.

Step 4

Pulse the ingredients in the food processor until the mixture has a crumbly but cohesive texture, resembling ground chorizo. Do not overprocess.

Step 5

Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.

Step 6

Transfer the vegan chorizo mixture to the skillet and cook for about 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until warmed through and lightly browned.

Step 7

Serve immediately as a taco filling, burrito stuffing, or over rice bowls. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	436.4 grams (436.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1335

Total Fat 96.00g	123%
Saturated Fat 9.80g	49%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1773mg	77%
Total Carbohydrate 90.30g	33%
Dietary Fiber 32.60g	116%
Total Sugars 20.40g
Protein 47.50g	95%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 246mg	19%
Iron 16mg	89%
Potassium 2570mg	55%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 61.1%

Protein: 13.4%

Carbs: 25.5%