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Vegan Lentil Loaf Recipe

A plant-based take on classic meatloaf using lentils, vegetables, oats, and herbs baked to golden perfection—no turkey trauma included.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 290
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Cooked green or brown lentils – 2 ½ cups
  • Onion chopped – 1 medium
  • Carrot grated – 1 medium
  • Celery chopped – 2 stalks
  • Garlic minced – 3 cloves
  • Olive oil – 1 tablespoon
  • Tomato paste – 2 tablespoons
  • Soy sauce or tamari – 2 tablespoons
  • Ground flaxseed – 2 tablespoons
  • Water – 5 tablespoons
  • Rolled oats – 1 cup
  • Bread crumbs – ½ cup
  • Thyme – 1 teaspoon
  • Smoked paprika – ½ teaspoon
  • Salt – ½ teaspoon
  • Black pepper – ¼ teaspoon
  • Ketchup for topping – 3 tablespoons

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a loaf pan.
  2. Mix flaxseed and water in a small bowl. Set aside to thicken while you question your life choices.
  3. Heat olive oil in a pan. Sauté onion, celery, carrot, and garlic until soft and fragrant, around 7–8 minutes.
  4. Add tomato paste and soy sauce, stirring for a minute. Remove from heat like the multitasking kitchen goddess you are.
  5. In a large bowl, combine lentils, sautéed mixture, oats, bread crumbs, seasonings, and flax egg.
  6. Pulse mixture in a food processor or mash it with a fork. Keep texture slightly chunky for that rustic, homemade vibe.
  7. Transfer into loaf pan, pressing down firmly. Smooth the top with a spatula like you’re icing cake (but sadder).
  8. Spread ketchup on top like a culinary diva. Bake for 50 minutes until firm and browned.
  9. Cool for 10 minutes before slicing, unless you're emotionally unstable and need instant lentil comfort.

Notes

Nutritional Values (Per Serving)

  • Calories: 290
  • Total Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.1g
  • Carbohydrates: 39g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 14g

Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)

  • Iron: 22%
  • Folate: 34%
  • Magnesium: 16%
  • Vitamin B6: 18%
  • Potassium: 20%

Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance the Flavor

  • Use BBQ sauce instead of ketchup if you're feeling wild and rebellious.
  • Add mushrooms to the sauté mix for extra umami and mushroom-fueled smugness.
  • Let loaf rest before slicing—it holds together better than your ex ever did.
  • Serve with mashed potatoes and roasted veggies for a full-on vegan feast fantasy.
  • Leftovers make great sandwiches—because yes, it’s that kind of fabulous.