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Vegan Holiday Lentil Loaf Recipe

Wow your guests this holiday season with this hearty and delicious Vegan Holiday Lentil Loaf! Perfect for vegetarians, vegans, and meat-lovers alike, this impressive centerpiece is surprisingly easy to make. Served with creamy veggie gravy, herbed garlic mashed potatoes, and a fresh salad, it's a complete and satisfying holiday meal. This recipe is completely plant-based and packed with flavor – a show-stopping dish that's both festive and fulfilling.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 60 mins
Calories 2990 kcal
Protein 280g
Rating 3.9 (8 Reviews)
Vegan Holiday Lentil Loaf

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Ingredients for Vegan Holiday Lentil Loaf

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How to Make Vegan Holiday Lentil Loaf

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Finely chop 1 medium onion and 2 celery stalks. Mince 2 cloves of garlic.
  3. Lightly spray a large skillet with non-stick cooking spray. Sauté the onion, garlic, and celery over medium heat until the onion is translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. Stir in 1 teaspoon dried sage.
  5. In a large bowl, combine the sautéed vegetables with 1 cup brown or green lentils (cooked according to package directions), 1 cup cooked quinoa, 1/2 cup breadcrumbs, 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans, 1/4 cup nutritional yeast, 1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari, 1 teaspoon dried thyme, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Mix well.
  6. Lightly spray a 9x5 inch loaf pan with non-stick cooking spray. Pour the lentil mixture into the prepared pan and press down firmly to compact.
  7. Bake for 30 minutes covered with foil, then 10 minutes uncovered, or until heated through and slightly browned on top.
  8. Let the lentil loaf stand for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy with your favorite sides!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

12 g

Sugar

121g

Fat

25g

Carbs

175g

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