2 Tbsp. olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 soy burgers, diced in 1-inch cubes,
or 1 cup textured vegetable protein,
rehydrated in water to cover
2 8-oz. cans tomato sauce
2 Tbsp. chopped basil
1 Tbsp. rice vinegar
Low-sodium soy sauce to taste
Heat olive oil in a deep skillet. Add garlic, stir and cook 1 minute. Add diced soy burger or textured vegetable protein, and stir till soy is covered with garlic and starts browning. Stir in tomato sauce, basil and vinegar; simmer 10 minutes. Add soy sauce to taste. Simmer 10 to 15 minutes, adding a little water or broth if necessary. Serve with pasta and a green salad. Makes 4 servings.
Per serving (with textured vegetable protein): Calories 180, protein 14 g., carbohydrates 16 g., total fat 7 g., saturated fat 1 g., cholesterol 0 mg., sodium 352 mg., fiber 8 g.
Per serving (with soy burger): Calories 220, protein 16 g., carbohydrates 15 g., total fat 11 g., saturated fat 2 g., cholesterol 4 mg., sodium 760 mg., fiber 6 g.