APPLE QUINOA LENTIL LOAF

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This vegan alternative to meatloaf is bursting with hearty flavor from apples, carrots, celery, walnuts and a cranberry-tomato glaze.

Provided by Whitney English

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h55m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup diced onions
1 cup chopped walnuts
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 apple, peeled, cored and roughly chopped
4 celery stalks, roughly chopped
2 large carrots, roughly chopped
3 tablespoons ground flaxseed
1/2 cup warm water
2 cups cooked lentils or drained, canned lentils
1 cup cooked quinoa
1/2 cup oat flour
1 tablespoon finely chopped thyme leaves
1 tablespoon finely chopped rosemary leaves
1 tablespoon finely chopped sage leaves
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 cup ketchup
1/2 cup cranberry sauce or pureed cooked cranberries

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a loaf pan with parchment.
  • In a medium skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onions, walnuts and garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, combine the apple, celery, and carrots in a food processor and pulse until finely chopped (or finely chop with a knife). Add to the skillet and continue to cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, combine the flaxseed and water in a small bowl. Stir and let sit for 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Combine the lentils and quinoa in the food processor. Pulse until incorporated, but still chunky. Transfer to a large bowl. Add the apple-walnut mixture, oat flour, flaxseed mixture, thyme, rosemary, sage, and salt. Gently mix to combine, then transfer to the prepared loaf pan.
  • Stir to combine the ketchup and cranberry sauce in a small bowl. Spread half over the loaf with a basting brush or spoon. Reserve the rest for serving.
  • Bake until the loaf is heated through and the glaze starts to caramelize, about 1 hour and 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and let the loaf rest for 10 to 15 minutes, then serve with the remaining sauce.

Nurmohammad Rasel
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This loaf is a perfect balance of flavors and textures. I love the combination of sweet and savory.


musisi henry
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a new favorite in our household.


Rehman Sarwar Sarwar
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This loaf is a great way to sneak some extra fruits and vegetables into your diet.


Becky Steveson
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I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves healthy and delicious food.


Tiny Marie
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This recipe is easy to follow and the loaf turns out beautifully.


Mahir Jahan
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This loaf is perfect for a packed lunch or a quick snack.


Pritam Singh
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I love the addition of apples to this loaf. They add a nice sweetness and crunch.


Kylie Corbeda
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I'm always looking for new ways to incorporate more plant-based proteins into my diet. This loaf is a great option.


Louise Dempsey
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This loaf is so delicious and healthy. I feel good about serving it to my family.


Melaina Murugan
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This recipe is a keeper. I'll definitely be making it again.


yubraj Acharya
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I made this loaf for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


VINOLIA PETERSE
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This loaf is a great way to use up leftover lentils. I always have a bag of lentils in my pantry, so this recipe is a lifesaver.


Tayyab Habib
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I'm not usually a fan of quinoa, but this recipe changed my mind. The quinoa added a nice texture to the loaf and helped to keep it moist.


Athar Mehmood4
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This recipe was a hit with my family! The loaf was easy to make and turned out perfectly. We loved the crunchy crust and the soft, moist interior.


Rabina Sunar
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This apple-quinoa-lentil loaf was a delightful surprise! I wasn't sure what to expect, but the combination of flavors and textures was incredible. The loaf was moist and flavorful, with a great balance of sweet and savory.