Description
A hearty, delicious vegan meatloaf with a savory homemade gravy. Perfect for holidays or a cozy weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup cooked lentils
- 1 cup cooked brown rice
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed + 5 tablespoons water (flax egg)
- 3 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté onion and garlic until translucent.
- In a large bowl, combine lentils, rice, oats, breadcrumbs, flax egg, tomato paste, soy sauce, paprika, thyme, sautéed onions and garlic.
- Mix well until fully combined. Use a masher or food processor for a smoother texture.
- Transfer mixture to the prepared loaf pan and press down firmly.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes until firm and browned on top. Let cool before slicing.
- For the gravy: In a saucepan, combine 2 tablespoons vegan butter, 2 tablespoons flour, 1 1/2 cups vegetable broth, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, and salt and pepper. Cook until thickened.
- Slice meatloaf and serve with warm gravy on top.
Notes
Let the meatloaf rest before slicing for better texture. Great served with mashed potatoes and steamed veggies.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice with gravy
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: vegan meatloaf, plant-based, dinner, gravy, lentil loaf