Vegan Lentil & Mushroom Meatloaf

Total time1 hr 35 min

Prep time25 min

Cook time1 hr

Hearty, deeply savory, and satisfying in a way that genuinely surprises people, this lentil and mushroom loaf is the kind of centerpiece dish that earns a permanent spot in your dinner rotation. The base comes together from brown lentils, finely chopped cremini mushrooms, grated carrots, and rolled oats — ingredients that work together to create a firm, sliceable texture without a single animal product in sight. Flaxseed mixed with water acts as the binder here, doing exactly what eggs would do in a traditional loaf, so the result holds its shape beautifully when you lift it from the pan. Smoked paprika, dried thyme, and vegan Worcestershire sauce layer in that deep, umami-rich flavor that makes this feel genuinely indulgent rather than like a compromise. The finishing touch is a tangy-sweet glaze of ketchup, maple syrup, and apple cider vinegar that caramelizes at the edges during baking — honestly one of the best parts. It makes 6 generous slices, so it's ideal for a family dinner or for meal-prepping a few days of satisfying lunches. Let it rest a full ten minutes before cutting and you'll get clean, impressive slices every time.

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Ingredients

6 servings

For the flax eggs

For the loaf

2 tbsp olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
8 oz cremini mushrooms, finely chopped
2 medium carrots, finely grated
1 stalk celery, finely diced
2 cups cooked brown lentils (from about ¾ cup dry), cooled
1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
2 tbsp tomato paste
2 tbsp vegan worcestershire sauce
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp dried thyme
¾ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper

For the glaze

3 tbsp ketchup
1 tbsp maple syrup
1 tsp apple cider vinegar

Instructions

1
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan with olive oil or line it with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the long sides for easy lifting.
2
In a small bowl, stir together the ground flaxseed and 6 tbsp water. Set aside for 5 minutes until the mixture thickens to a gel.

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