Savory Lentil Loaf

Name: Savory Lentil Loaf
Total time: 80 min
Ingredients: 1 cup dry brown lentils; 1 medium onion; 1 stalk celery; 1 medium carrots; 0.75 cup breadcrumbs; 2 tablespoons flax meal; 6 tablespoons water; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 0.5 cup ketchup; 2 tablespoons brown sugar; 1 teaspoon dijon mustard

A hearty and flavorful plant-based loaf with a sweet and tangy glaze, perfect for a comforting dinner.

American⏱ 80 min⚠ Contains 5 allergen(s)

Ingredients

Brown lentils1 cup dry
Onion1 medium
Celery1 stalk
Carrots1 medium
Breadcrumbs0.75 cup
Flax meal2 tablespoons
Water6 tablespoons
Soy sauce2 tablespoons
Dried thyme1 teaspoon
Ketchup0.5 cup
Brown sugar2 tablespoons
Dijon mustard1 teaspoon

Steps

1Cook lentils until tender according to package directions, then drain any excess water.
2Prepare two flax eggs by mixing flax meal with water; set aside.
3Finely chop onion, celery, and carrots; sauté in a pan until softened.
4In a large bowl, combine cooked lentils, sautéed vegetables, breadcrumbs, flax eggs, soy sauce, and thyme, mixing well.
5Press the mixture firmly into a loaf pan.
6Whisk together ketchup, brown sugar, and dijon mustard for the glaze.
7Bake the loaf at 375°F (190°C) for 40 minutes, then spread the glaze over the top and bake for another 10-15 minutes until set.