Lentil Loaf

Indulge in this comforting lentil loaf, brimming with wholesome veggies and rich flavors. Baked to perfection, it combines hearty lentils with sautéed garlic, onion, and vibrant peppers, creating a satisfying dish that’s both nutritious and delicious. It’s the ultimate comfort food that everyone will love!

Cooking Tip

Double the amount of glaze made and add some after the loaf is done cooking. Use balsamic vinegar instead of apple cider vinegar for a bolder flavor in the glaze. For a Halloween twist, shape the mixture into fingers and cook for 20 minutes instead! Add a piece of onion as a fingernail!

Yield8 servings

Serving size1 serving

Perfect forKid-friendly

Dietary preferencesDairy Free, Vegan, Vegetarian

Ingredients

2 cups lentils, cooked
3 tbsp. chia seeds
Scant 1/2 cup water
2 tbsp. olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 small onion, diced
1 small bell pepper, diced
1 carrot, diced
1 celery rib, diced
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 tsp. thyme, dried
1 tsp. garlic powder
1 tsp. onion powder
1/2-1 tsp. cumin
1/4-1/2 tsp. red pepper flakes
1/2 tsp. pepper
1/2 tsp. salt

Glaze

1/4 cup ketchup
2 tbsp. tomato paste
1 tbsp. apple cider vinegar
1 tbsp. pure maple syrup

Directions

Preheat oven to 350 °F.
In a small bowl, combine chia seeds and water. Set aside for 10 minutes, ideally in a refrigerator.
In a sauté pan, heat oil over medium heat. Sauté garlic, onion, bell pepper, carrots, and celery for about 5 minutes. Set aside to cool.
Using the back of a fork or a potato masher, blend 3/4 of the cooked lentils.
Combine sauteed vegetables with the lentils, oats, flour, and the chia mixture. Mix well. Add salt and pepper to taste.
Place mixture into a loaf pan lined with parchment paper.
Combine ketchup, tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, and maple syrup in a small bowl. Mix until incorporated. Spread over loaf.
Bake for 45-50 minutes. Let cool before serving.

Nutrition facts (per serving)

160Calories

5 Total Fat (g)

1Saturated Fat (g)

85Sodium (mg)

25Carbs (g)

5 Dietary Fiber (g)

7Protein (g)

This material was funded by USDA’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program – SNAP.

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