I opted to blend the onions and peppers in a food processor for a smoother texture. I also kind of went rogue with the sauce and used a combination of the sauce described in the recipe and this one (if you're trying to keep this recipe strictly vegan be careful with sauce additions): https://www.tablespoon.com/recipes/3-ingredient-sweet-and-sour-meatballs/0a8cdda2-b003-4043-b819-a0bb92d53cb8
added extra cherry tomatoes from the farmer's market! would also recommend added some different veggies in there (e.g. cauliflower) for a more varied texture
I made many adaptations for the party — no peas, halved the basil and added mint for the other half (both homegrown), no tofu, no peas, half the water, and added hot pepper. — Debra Z. Roth
Hearty One-Pot Lentil Stew | The Mediterranean Dish
Weeknight dinner never tasted so good! My lentil stew is hearty, healthy, and easy to make. This vegan stew is loaded with vegetables, spices, and fresh herbs, it is the ultimate one-pot-wonder!