Trader Joe’s Vegan One-Pot Hamburger Helper with Mushrooms & Zucchini
Whip up this cozy Trader Joe’s Vegan One-Pot Hamburger Helper with mushrooms & zucchini. A creamy, plant-based pasta that’s hearty, budget-friendly, and weeknight perfect!
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil
- 8 oz mushrooms sliced (cremini or baby bella work well)
- 2 small zucchinis about 2 cups, halved lengthwise and sliced into half-moons
- 2 shallots finely diced (or ½ small onion)
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 8 oz Trader Joe’s Black Pepper Barilotti pasta or similar short pasta like rigatoni or penne
- 12 oz Impossible™ Beef or other plant-based ground
- 1 14 oz can diced tomatoes
- 3 cups vegetable stock plus extra as needed
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon chili flakes optional, for a kick
- 1 teaspoon coconut sugar or brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon sea salt plus more to taste
- ½ teaspoon black pepper freshly cracked
- 1 cup shredded vegan cheese Trader Joe’s has great cashew mozzarella shreds
- Fresh parsley or basil optional, for garnish
Instructions
Sauté the Mushrooms
- In a large pot, warm a drizzle of olive oil with medium high heat. Add mushrooms and cook until golden brown and slightly crispy on the edges.
Add Aromatics
- Stir in the shallots and garlic. Cook until fragrant and softened.
Fold in the Zucchini
- Toss in the zucchini slices and cook until they just begin to soften.
Brown the Impossible™ Beef
- Push veggies to the side and add Impossible Beef. Break it apart with a wooden spoon and cook until it’s lightly browned. Scrape the bottom of the pan
Add Tomatoes & Seasonings
- Stir in the canned tomatoes, coconut sugar, and spices. Let simmer for a few minutes to meld flavors.
Add Pasta & Stock
- Pour in the vegetable stock and pasta. Stir well, making sure the pasta is submerged. Cover and cook until pasta is al dente, stirring occasionally.
Finish with Vegan Cheese
- Once pasta is tender and sauce has thickened, stir in vegan cheese until creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or extra herbs.