Lentil Mushroom Walnut Loaf Recipe

This savory Lentil Mushroom Walnut Loaf is a fantastic vegetarian main course, perfect for impressing friends and family! Packed with protein and flavor from lentils, earthy mushrooms, and crunchy walnuts, this loaf is surprisingly easy to make and incredibly satisfying. A comforting and delicious meal ready in under 2 hours.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 80 mins
Calories 510.2 kcal
Protein 67g
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Ingredients for Lentil Mushroom Walnut Loaf

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How to Make Lentil Mushroom Walnut Loaf

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine 1 cup cooked green lentils, 1 cup chopped cremini mushrooms, 1/2 cup chopped walnuts, 1/2 cup grated carrots, 1/4 cup chopped onion, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, 1 teaspoon dried thyme, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  3. Add 1/2 cup vegetable broth and 1/4 cup breadcrumbs, mixing well to combine all ingredients.
  4. Lightly grease an 8x8 inch glass baking pan with olive oil.
  5. Pour the lentil mixture into the prepared baking pan and gently pat down to create an even layer.
  6. Bake for 40 minutes, or until the loaf is firm and the top is lightly browned.
  7. Remove from oven and sprinkle 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or your favorite cheese) over the top.
  8. Bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  9. Let the loaf stand in the baking dish for 5-10 minutes before slicing.
  10. Cut into squares and serve warm directly from the baking dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

24 g

Sugar

27g

Fat

37g

Carbs

15g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Lentil Mushroom Walnut Loaf?

Lentil Mushroom Walnut Loaf takes about 100 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 80 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Lentil Mushroom Walnut Loaf?

Lentil Mushroom Walnut Loaf has approximately 510.2 calories per serving, with about 67 g protein, 15 g carbohydrates and 35 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Lentil Mushroom Walnut Loaf?

The key ingredients for Lentil Mushroom Walnut Loaf are Cooked Lentils, Yellow Onion, Garlic Cloves, Mushroom, Walnuts, Quick Cooking Oats. See the full list with measurements above.

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