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Irresistible Classic Chickpea Vegan Meatloaf

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A comforting vegan twist on the classic meatloaf, combining chickpeas and sautéed vegetables for a flavorful, satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups Chickpeas (canned or cooked)
  • 1 medium Onion (sauté until translucent)
  • 1 cup Celery (fresh, diced)
  • 1 cup Carrots (fresh or frozen)
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs (gluten-free if desired)
  • 2 tablespoons Ground Flaxseed (mixed with 2 tablespoons plant milk)
  • 1 cup Plant Milk (almond or soy)
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce (or tamari)
  • 1 tablespoon Vegan Worcestershire Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (or avocado oil)
  • 1 teaspoon Liquid Smoke (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon Maple Syrup (or agave syrup)
  • 1 tablespoon Vinegar (apple cider or balsamic)
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté onion until translucent, about 5-7 minutes. Add garlic, celery, and carrots and cook until softened, another 5 minutes.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk ground flaxseed with 2 tablespoons of plant milk and let it thicken for 5 minutes.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine sautéed vegetables, mashed chickpeas, breadcrumbs, flax egg, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, liquid smoke, maple syrup, vinegar, and smoked paprika. Season with salt and pepper as needed.
  5. Transfer mixture into a loaf pan or shape into a loaf on a lined baking sheet. Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden and firm, ensuring edges are crispy and a fork pierces easily.

Notes

Quality ingredients matter! Choose organic wherever possible. Prepare the flax egg ahead for better consistency.

Nutrition

Find it online: https://us.recipesfood.org/chickpea-vegan-meatloaf-2/

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