Savory Garbanzo Bean Meat Loaf Chickpea Recipe

Craving a hearty, meaty loaf but looking for a plant-based twist? This tangy chickpea meatloaf is the answer! It boasts a surprisingly meat-like texture and incredible flavor combinations. Topped with a creamy nutritional yeast gravy (recipe included!), it's a satisfying and healthy meal the whole family will love. Perfect for Meatless Mondays or any day you want a delicious, protein-packed dinner.

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 75 mins

Calories 318.3 kcal

Protein 25g

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Ingredients for Savory Garbanzo Bean Meat Loaf Chickpea

1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
Garlic Cloves
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons tahini
Onion
1 medium carrot, finely chopped
1 stalk celery, finely chopped
1 cup breadcrumbs
Eggs
Feta
Parmesan Cheese
Fresh Parsley
Fresh Cilantro
Thyme
Savory
Braggs Liquid Aminos

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How to Make Savory Garbanzo Bean Meat Loaf Chickpea

Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
Drain and rinse 1 (15-ounce) can of chickpeas.
In a food processor, combine the rinsed chickpeas, 2 cloves garlic, 2 tablespoons olive oil, and 2 tablespoons tahini. Process until smooth.
In a large bowl, combine 1 medium onion (finely chopped), 1 medium carrot (finely chopped), and 1 stalk celery (finely chopped).
Add the chickpea puree to the bowl with the vegetables.
Stir in 1 cup breadcrumbs, 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans, 1/4 cup nutritional yeast, 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/4 cup vegetable broth.
Gently fold all ingredients together until well combined.
Transfer the mixture to the prepared loaf pan and bake for 45-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the meatloaf cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving. Top with your favorite nutritional yeast gravy (recipe below).
Optional: Split the mixture between two loaf pans and freeze one for later.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

23 g

Sugar

19g

Fat

14g

Carbs

14g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Savory Garbanzo Bean Meat Loaf Chickpea?

Savory Garbanzo Bean Meat Loaf Chickpea takes about 95 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 75 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Savory Garbanzo Bean Meat Loaf Chickpea?

Savory Garbanzo Bean Meat Loaf Chickpea has approximately 318.3 calories per serving, with about 25 g protein, 14 g carbohydrates and 16 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Savory Garbanzo Bean Meat Loaf Chickpea?

The key ingredients for Savory Garbanzo Bean Meat Loaf Chickpea are Chickpeas, Garlic Cloves, Olive Oil, Tahini, Onion, Carrots. See the full list with measurements above.