Best 5 Nutty Lentil Loaf Recipes

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**Discover the Nutty Lentil Loaf: A Symphony of Flavors and Textures**

Embark on a culinary journey with the Nutty Lentil Loaf, a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. This delectable dish, crafted with lentils, walnuts, and a medley of aromatic spices, is a symphony of hearty goodness. Savor the nutty crunch of walnuts, the earthy depth of lentils, and the vibrant blend of spices that dance on your palate. Whether you're a seasoned vegan, a flexitarian seeking plant-based options, or simply a food lover seeking a nutritious and satisfying meal, the Nutty Lentil Loaf is a culinary masterpiece you won't want to miss.

**Explore a Range of Lentil Loaf Recipes for Every Occasion:**

1. **Classic Nutty Lentil Loaf:** Embark on a culinary adventure with the Classic Nutty Lentil Loaf, a timeless recipe that showcases the harmonious blend of lentils, walnuts, and spices.

2. **Mediterranean Lentil Loaf:** Transport yourself to the sun-kissed shores of the Mediterranean with this vibrant recipe. Infused with the flavors of sun-dried tomatoes, Kalamata olives, and a touch of feta cheese, this lentil loaf is a delightful journey for your taste buds.

3. **Zesty Lemon Lentil Loaf:** Awaken your senses with the Zesty Lemon Lentil Loaf, a refreshing take on this classic dish. Bursting with the brightness of lemon zest and the tang of fresh herbs, this recipe is a burst of sunshine on a plate.

4. **Savory Mushroom Lentil Loaf:** Indulge in the earthy goodness of the Savory Mushroom Lentil Loaf. Featuring a medley of sautéed mushrooms, this recipe delivers a rich umami flavor that will satisfy even the most discerning palate.

5. **Creamy Spinach Lentil Loaf:** Experience the velvety embrace of the Creamy Spinach Lentil Loaf, a comforting and indulgent dish. Spinach and a creamy sauce envelop the lentils, creating a harmonious symphony of flavors and textures.

Let's cook with our recipes!

LENTIL LOAF



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This lentil loaf is so flavorful, you won't miss the meat. And it's packed with fiber and nutrients. -Tracy Fleming, Phoenix, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

3/4 cup brown lentils, rinsed
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) vegetable broth
1 tablespoon olive oil
1-3/4 cups shredded carrots
1 cup finely chopped onion
1 cup chopped fresh mushrooms
2 tablespoons minced fresh basil or 2 teaspoons dried basil
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup cooked brown rice
1 large egg
1 large egg white
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 tablespoons water

Steps:

  • Place lentils and broth in a small saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until tender, about 30 minutes., Preheat oven to 350°. Line a 9x5-in. loaf pan with parchment, letting ends extend up sides. Coat paper with cooking spray., In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat; saute carrots, onion and mushrooms until tender, about 10 minutes. Stir in herbs. Transfer to a large bowl; cool slightly., Add cheese, rice, egg, egg white, seasonings and lentils to vegetables; mix well. Mix tomato paste and water; spread over loaf., Bake until a thermometer inserted into the center reads 160°, 45-50 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 213 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 43mg cholesterol, Sodium 580mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 14g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

NUTTY LENTIL LOAF



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In response to a request, this recipe came from Vegetarian Times Complete Cookbook.This is a one dish meal that is perfect to take along on day hikes or to eat at home!

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup dry lentils
3 cups water
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
2/3 cup chopped carrot
1/3 cup chopped celery
2 eggs, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons whole wheat flour
3/4 cup unsalted raw cashews, chopped
1/4 cup raisins
1 teaspoon dried thyme

Steps:

  • In medium saucepan, cook the lentils in the water until soft, about 45 minutes.
  • Drain and set aside.
  • Cook the onion and garlic in the oil, stirring, until the onion is translucent.
  • Add the carrots and celery.
  • Simmer, covered, until the carrots are tender, about 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Let cool.
  • Preheat the oven to 350*F.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the lentils, vegetable mixture and remaining ingredients.
  • (In response to the loaf being a little dry, you could add in about 1/8 cup broth or cooking water here to make it moister).
  • Spoon into an oiled loaf pan.
  • Bake until firm, about 45 minutes.
  • Serve warm.
  • (Or let the loaf cool and wrap it in foil for transport. On the trail, slice and serve loaf as is, or use the slices in sandwiches.).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 443.6, Fat 18.4, SaturatedFat 3.7, Cholesterol 93, Sodium 71.7, Carbohydrate 52.2, Fiber 17.4, Sugar 9.8, Protein 20.8

LENTIL LOAF



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 3h40m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 22

2 tablespoons vegetable oil, plus more for the loaf pan
1 cup brown lentils
1/2 small yellow onion, finely diced
1 carrot, finely diced
2 stalks celery, finely diced
2 Yukon gold potatoes, finely diced
1/2 teaspoon granulated garlic
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/8 teaspoon crushed red chile flakes
2 1/2 cups vegetable stock
1 tablespoon tamari or soy sauce
2 teaspoons poultry seasoning
1/2 teaspoon hot sauce
2/3 sleeve saltine crackers, crushed
5 eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 cup shredded Cheddar
Tangy Tomato Sauce, recipe follows
1 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons yellow mustard
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon hot sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Oil a large loaf pan and line with parchment paper, then set aside.
  • Soak the lentils in hot water while you prep the vegetables. Pour the vegetable oil into a large saucepot on medium heat. Add the onion, carrot, celery and potatoes. Add the granulated garlic, salt, pepper and chile flakes. Saute until the vegetables begin to soften, stirring frequently. Drain the lentils, and add to the pot along with the vegetable stock. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat, cover and simmer until the lentils are very soft and most of the liquid is absorbed, about 1 hour. Remove from the heat and let rest, covered, for 30 minutes.
  • Add the tamari, poultry seasoning, hot sauce and crackers to the lentil mix. Combine with the eggs and Cheddar. Spoon into the prepared loaf pan. Bake until the top begins to crack and the loaf is firm to the touch, about 1 hour 30 minutes. Add the Tangy Tomato Sauce to the top in the last 15 minutes.
  • Combine the ketchup, brown sugar, mustard and hot sauce in a small saucepot. Heat on medium heat until hot and bubbly.

RED LENTIL LOAF



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Vegetarian lentil loaf has a long history of masquerading as meatloaf. With its brownish-grey color and a red ketchup glaze, it does its best to look and taste like meat (though it never does). This delicate red lentil loaf is not at all like that. It's all about the lentil flavor - sweet and vegetal. The seasoning veers a little bit Turkish, with lemon, cumin, cilantro, dill and yogurt. It is delicious served at room temperature or warm.

Provided by David Tanis

Categories     beans, main course

Time 2h

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 cup red lentils
Kosher salt and black pepper
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
1 medium onion, diced (about 1 cup)
1 teaspoon toasted and ground cumin seeds
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 medium carrots, finely chopped
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
3 tablespoons lemon juice
Pinch of ground cayenne
2 eggs
3 tablespoons roughly chopped cilantro
1/2 cup rolled oats
1 cup plain yogurt
2 Persian cucumbers, thinly sliced
3 scallions, thinly slivered, for garnish
1/4 cup roughly chopped dill, for garnish
Red-pepper flakes, for garnish

Steps:

  • Rinse lentils. Put them in a medium saucepan. Add water just to cover and a good pinch of salt. Bring to a boil high, then reduce heat to a simmer. Cook for about 30 minutes, until very soft. Drain well.
  • Meanwhile, put 3 tablespoons olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and cook, stirring, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add cumin, garlic and carrots, seasoning mixture well with salt and pepper. Add lemon zest and juice, and cayenne.
  • Transfer drained red lentils and onion mixture to the bowl of a food processor. Pulse until it's the consistency of soft mashed potato, a bit lumpy. The mixture should be bright, peppery, lemony and well salted. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  • In a small bowl, beat the eggs with a fork. Add the cilantro and beat together. Pour egg mixture into lentil mixture and pulse to incorporate. Add oats and mix in.
  • Heat oven to 375 degrees. Lightly grease a loaf pan with olive oil. Lay a wide strip of parchment paper into the pan, leaving an overhang on two sides to help in removing cake later. Pour lentil mixture into the pan, smoothing the top. Fold excess parchment over the top. Bake until nicely browned, about 1 hour. Remove from pan and let cool. (The loaf is easier to cut if cooled.) Cut into 1-inch slices.
  • In a small bowl, mix together yogurt and cucumbers, and season with salt. Warm the slices up briefly in a 350-degree oven, if desired. Even better: Griddle the slices with a bit of oil in a nonstick or cast-iron pan until crisp and golden on both sides. Or simply serve at room temperature.
  • Spoon yogurt-cucumber sauce over each slice and sprinkle with scallion, dill and red-pepper flakes. Drizzle with extra-virgin olive oil, if you wish.

LENTIL AND NUT LOAF



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This loaf has a lot of flavor and is pretty moist. Use as much or as little spice as you like. You can use the left overs for sandwiches.

Provided by MiaJean

Categories     Lentil

Time 1h50m

Yield 4-5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 cups cooked green lentils
1 cup mushroom, sliced
1/2 cup pecans, ground
1 orange bell pepper, diced
1 yellow onion, diced
2 jalapeno peppers
2 garlic cloves
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1 cup breadcrumbs
2 -3 teaspoons chili powder
1 tablespoon ketchup
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon cumin
1 dash spike seasoning
1 dash salt
1 -2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
ketchup or barbecue sauce, for the top

Steps:

  • preheat oven to 350.
  • saute onions,mushrooms,garlic,and peppers in a bit of oil till soft.
  • puree the cooked lentils,sauted veges,and ground almonds.
  • add spices,eggs and bread crumbs.
  • pour mixture into greased loaf pan.
  • cover with foil and cook for 60 minute.
  • uncover and add ketchup or barbeque sauce to top place back in oven and cook for another 20-30 minutes.
  • remove from oven let cool and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 616.3, Fat 15.3, SaturatedFat 2.2, Cholesterol 105.8, Sodium 375.9, Carbohydrate 88, Fiber 33.8, Sugar 8.7, Protein 34.4

Tips:

  • Prepare the lentils beforehand: For best results, soak the lentils overnight or for at least 4 hours before cooking. This will help to reduce their cooking time and make them more digestible.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: The recipe calls for carrots, celery, and onion, but you can also add other vegetables such as zucchini, bell pepper, or spinach. This will add more flavor and nutrients to your loaf.
  • Season the loaf well: Don't be afraid to add plenty of herbs and spices to your loaf. This will help to give it a delicious flavor. Some good options include garlic, onion powder, thyme, and rosemary.
  • Use a good quality breadcrumb: The breadcrumb helps to bind the loaf together and give it a nice texture. Make sure to use a good quality breadcrumb that is made from fresh bread.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter will make the loaf tough. Mix the ingredients just until they are combined.
  • Bake the loaf in a loaf pan: This will help to give it a nice shape and ensure that it cooks evenly.

Conclusion:

This nutty lentil loaf is a delicious and healthy vegetarian dish that is perfect for a quick and easy meal. It is packed with protein, fiber, and vitamins, and it is also a good source of iron. The loaf can be served hot or cold, and it is also great for sandwiches and wraps.

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