How to Make Vegetarian Meatless Meatloaf with Lentils - A Step-by-Step Guide

Meatloaf is a classic comfort food that has been a staple on dinner tables for generations. Traditionally made with ground beef, this hearty dish is often loaded with flavor and savory goodness. However, for those who follow a vegetarian diet, or simply want to cut back on their meat consumption, the idea of meatloaf may seem out of reach. But fear not, because with the right ingredients and a little creativity, you can enjoy all the deliciousness of meatloaf without any of the meat. In fact,...

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 cup brown lentils, rinsed
  • 1 cup quick-cooking oats
  • 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup panko bread crumbs
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 4 tablespoons ketchup
  • 2 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 1 tablespoon dried parsley
  • 1 tablespoon vegan Worcestershire sauce (such as The Wizard's)
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Additional Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 30 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Combine broth and lentils in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until lentils are soft and broth is absorbed, 20 to 30 minutes. Drain extra broth, if necessary. Mash lentils slightly and transfer to a large mixing bowl.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a loaf pan.
  • Add oats, Cheddar cheese, panko, eggs, onion, ketchup, garlic, parsley, Worcestershire sauce, basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper to the bowl with the lentils and mix well. Transfer mixture to the prepared loaf pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until loaf starts to brown, 35 to 45 minutes. Let sit 10 minutes before serving. Loosen sides using a spatula before slicing.
  • Nutrition

    237 cal.

    • Total Fat: 7g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 61mg
    • Sodium: 381mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 31g
    • Dietary Fiber: 9g
    • Protein: 14g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 143mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 357mg