Glazed Vegan Lentil Loaf
Hearty. Wholesome. Comforting.
This plant based loaf is packed with protein rich lentils, fresh veggies, and bold, savory spices all topped with a tangy sweet tomato glaze. It’s the perfect cozy main for dinner or meal prep!
Ingredients
For the Lentil Loaf:
- 1 cup dry green or brown lentils, rinsed
- 2½ cups vegetable broth or water
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 1 carrot, grated
- 1 celery stalk, finely diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup rolled oats
- ¾ cup breadcrumbs (or gluten-free if needed)
- 3 tbsp ground flaxseed + 6 tbsp water (for flax egg)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Salt to taste
For the Glaze:
- ½ cup tomato sauce or ketchup
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
Instructions
1️⃣ Cook the Lentils:
In a medium pot, combine lentils and broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for 25–30 minutes until lentils are tender and liquid is mostly absorbed. Lightly mash with a fork for texture.
2️⃣ Sauté the Veggies:
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion, carrot, celery, and garlic. Cook for about 5 minutes until soft and fragrant.
3️⃣ Make the Flax Egg:
Combine flaxseed and water in a small bowl. Set aside for 5 minutes to thicken.
4️⃣ Combine the Loaf Mixture:
In a large mixing bowl, stir together the cooked lentils, sautéed vegetables, oats, breadcrumbs, flax egg, soy sauce, spices, salt, and pepper. Mix until fully combined—it should be sticky and moldable.
5️⃣ Form the Loaf:
Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a loaf pan with parchment paper. Press the lentil mixture firmly into the pan to shape the loaf.
6️⃣ Glaze It:
In a small bowl, whisk together the glaze ingredients. Spread evenly on top of the loaf.
7️⃣ Bake:
Bake for 45–50 minutes, or until the top is golden and the loaf feels firm to the touch. Let cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing.
8️⃣ Serve & Enjoy:
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm. Delicious with mashed potatoes, roasted veggies, or a simple salad.
Nutritional Info
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Servings: 6 slices
- Calories: ~210 kcal per slice
