Veg-Tastic Meatloaf
Meatloaf is a popular comfort food in many cultures, and vegetarian versions have gained popularity in recent years as a healthier and more sustainable alternative.
This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 75 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 16.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Lentils
- 1 cup Mushrooms
- 1 cup Carrots
- 1 medium Onion
- 2 clove Garlic
- 1 cup Oats
- 2 tablespoon Flaxseed meal
- 2 tablespoon Tomato paste
- 2 tablespoon Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoon Ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Maple syrup
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a food processor, pulse the lentils, mushrooms, carrots, onion, and garlic until finely chopped.
- In a large bowl, combine the chopped vegetables with oats, flaxseed meal, tomato paste, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased loaf pan and press it down firmly.
- In a small bowl, whisk together ketchup and maple syrup. Spread the mixture over the top of the meatloaf.
- Bake for 45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the meatloaf is firm to the touch.
- Remove from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.
- Slice and serve with your favorite sides.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 250kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 10g16%
- Total Carbohydrate 25g9%
- Sugars 5g
- Protein 15g30%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.