Description
A hearty and flavorful holiday vegan meatloaf, packed with vegetables, herbs, and plant-based protein, perfect as a festive centerpiece.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked lentils
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 carrots, grated
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup mushrooms, finely diced
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp thyme
- 1 tsp rosemary
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup ketchup (for glaze)
- 2 tbsp maple syrup (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a loaf pan and line with parchment paper.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté onion, garlic, carrots, celery, and mushrooms until softened.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked lentils, oats, breadcrumbs, soy sauce, tomato paste, herbs, and sautéed vegetables. Season with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
- Mix until well combined and press mixture firmly into the prepared loaf pan.
- In a small bowl, mix ketchup and maple syrup. Spread evenly over the top of the loaf.
- Bake for 40–45 minutes, until firm and golden on top.
- Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
This vegan meatloaf can be prepared ahead of time and reheated. Serve with mashed potatoes and gravy for a festive holiday meal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: vegan meatloaf, holiday recipe, plant-based, festive main dish