Description
Experience the comforting warmth of this Vegetarian Lentil Nut Loaf—a nutritious dish that combines lentils, nuts, and savory vegetables for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup green or brown lentils
- 1 cup mixed nuts (walnuts and almonds)
- 1 cup whole wheat breadcrumbs (or gluten-free)
- 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1/2 cup finely diced carrots
- 1/2 cup finely diced celery
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup ketchup (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat Your Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a loaf pan with olive oil or nonstick spray.
- Cook the Lentils: In a medium pot, combine 1 cup of rinsed lentils with 3 cups of vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until tender (about 25-30 minutes). Drain excess liquid and let cool slightly.
- Sauté Vegetables: In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Sauté chopped onions, carrots, celery, and minced garlic until softened (about five minutes).
- Mix It All Together: In a large bowl, combine cooked lentils, sautéed vegetables, mixed nuts, breadcrumbs, spices, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Shape Your Loaf: Transfer the mixture into the prepared loaf pan. Smooth out the top and spread ketchup evenly over it.
- Bake Away!: Bake in the preheated oven for about one hour or until golden brown on top. Allow to cool slightly before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added flavor, experiment with herbs such as thyme or basil. Feel free to swap nuts or incorporate other vegetables like bell peppers.