Description
The Ultimate Vegetable Lentil Loaf is a delicious, hearty dish that transforms plant-based ingredients into an irresistible meal. Bursting with vibrant flavors from roasted vegetables and aromatic spices, this loaf will impress even the most devoted meat lovers. Perfect for gatherings or weeknight dinners, it’s not just nutritious but also customizable to suit your tastes. Enjoy a guilt-free indulgence that satisfies cravings while packing in protein and fiber.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup green or brown lentils (rinsed)
- 1 cup finely chopped carrots
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup bell peppers (any color, chopped)
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 2 tbsp flaxseed meal + 6 tbsp water (flaxseed mixture)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp Italian herbs
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- Cook lentils in a pot with 3 cups of water until tender (20-25 minutes).
- In a skillet, sauté onions, garlic, carrots, and bell peppers in olive oil until softened (about 5 minutes).
- In a large bowl, combine cooked lentils (drained), sautéed veggies, oats, flaxseed mixture, soy sauce, and herbs. Mix well.
- Transfer the mixture to the loaf pan, pressing down firmly.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown. Let cool slightly before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Plant-based
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg