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Mom’s Ultimate Vegetarian Lentil Loaf

A hearty vegetarian lentil loaf packed with vegetables, oats, and savory spices, topped with a tangy tomato glaze.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 260
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Lentil Loaf
  • 1.5 cups cooked lentils green or brown
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 0.5 cup rolled oats
  • 1 onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 carrot grated
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 0.5 tsp thyme
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
Glaze
  • 0.25 cup ketchup
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1 tsp mustard

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Loaf pan
  • Skillet
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a loaf pan.
  2. Sauté onion in olive oil until soft, then add garlic and carrot.
  3. Mash lentils slightly in a mixing bowl.
  4. Add vegetables, breadcrumbs, oats, egg, tomato paste, soy sauce, and spices.
  5. Mix well and press into the loaf pan.
  6. Mix glaze ingredients and spread on top.
  7. Bake 40–45 minutes until firm.
  8. Rest 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

Great vegetarian main dish for dinner or meal prep.