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How to Make Lentil-Mushroom "Meatloaf" - A Step-by-Step Guide

For those looking for a delicious and satisfying vegetarian alternative to traditional meatloaf, this Lentil-Mushroom "Meatloaf" is the perfect recipe. Packed with protein, fiber, and flavor, this dish is sure to become a go-to for those seeking a heart-healthy, plant-based meal option.

What makes this lentil-mushroom "meatloaf" so special is the combination of ingredients that come together to create a dish that is both hearty and savory. The earthy flavor of lentils pairs perfectly ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ¼ cups chopped mushrooms
  • ½ cup diced red bell pepper
  • 1 large carrot, diced
  • 2 stalks celery, diced
  • ½ medium onion, diced
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable broth, or to taste
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 cups cooked brown lentils
  • ½ cup quick cooking oats
  • ½ cup whole wheat bread crumbs
  • 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed meal
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon barbeque sauce, or more to taste
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 1 9x5-inch loaf

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Line a 9x5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper, or use a silicone loaf pan.
  • Combine mushrooms, bell pepper, carrot, celery, onion, vegetable broth, garlic, salt, and pepper in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook until vegetables are browned, about 7 minutes.
  • Transfer cooked vegetables to a food processor. Add cooked lentils, oats, bread crumbs, flaxseed meal, tomato paste, 1 tablespoon barbeque sauce, mustard, and parsley. Pulse until combined but chunky; don't over pulse.
  • Place dough into the prepared loaf pan; gently press the top to form a bread shape. Cover with aluminum foil.
  • Bake for 35 minutes. Remove aluminum foil and drizzle with additional barbeque sauce. Slice and serve.

    • Nutrition

    114 cal.

    • Total Fat: 2g
    • Saturated Fat: 0g
    • Sodium: 400mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 20g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 7g
    • Vitamin C: 16mg
    • Calcium: 34mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 396mg

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    Veggie recipes
    Vegetarian recipes
    Healthy recipes
    Main recipes
    Comfort food recipes