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Perfectly Delicious Vegan Lentil Loaf

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A heartwarming Vegan Lentil Loaf that captures nostalgic flavors and brings people together at the dinner table.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups cooked green or brown lentils (about 3/4 cup dry)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small carrot, grated
  • 1 small celery stalk, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed mixed with 3 tablespoons water
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a loaf pan.
  2. Cook the lentils according to package instructions until tender; drain and let cool.
  3. In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté onion, garlic, carrot, and celery until softened.
  4. Mash half of the lentils in a mixing bowl and mix in sautéed veggies, oats, breadcrumbs, flax egg, tomato paste, soy sauce, mustard, herbs, salt, and pepper.
  5. Press the mixture into the loaf pan and smooth the top.
  6. Whisk together ketchup, maple syrup, and balsamic vinegar, and spread over the loaf.
  7. Bake for 40-45 minutes until firm and golden. Let cool for 10 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Customize with your favorite veggies or spices. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

Nutrition

Find it online: https://us.recipesfood.org/vegan-lentil-loaf/

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