Red Lentil Christmas “Meatloaf”
Red Lentil Christmas “Meatloaf” recipe shared by Nikki from MyNutriCounter.
I know you’re always looking for meat alternatives, so I wanted to share some ideas about how to get you excited about using lentils. Lentils are a great source of protein, fiber, and iron, and they’re also really versatile. You can use them in a variety of dishes, from soups and stews to salads and burgers.
| Prep Time | Cook Time | Total Time |
|---|---|---|
| 30 mins | 45 mins | 1 hour, 15 mins |
- 250g/8.75oz dried red lentils
- 200g/7oz white onion, finely chopped
- 20g/0.75oz garlic, minced
- 50g/1.75oz celery ribs, chopped
- 400g/14 oz cooked brown rice
- 30ml/1fl oz olive oil
- 60ml/2fl oz barbecue sauce (vegan friendly)
- ¼ tsp. salt
- ¼ tsp. Italian seasoning
- Boil the lentils in water until tender enough for mashing (about 30 minutes). Drain well.
- Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a pan. Sauté onion, garlic, and celery until onions turn soft and translucent.
- Mash the lentils in a large mixing bowl.
- Mix in the rice, sautéed aromatics, brown rice, barbeque sauce, salt, and Italian seasoning.
- Pack the lentil mixture into a lightly oiled 9” loaf pan.
- Bake for 45 minutes at 190C/375F.
Recipe Rating: 4 / 5
One way to get excited about lentils is to start with a simple recipe that you know you’ll like. For example, if you like lentil soup, you could try making a lentil soup with your favorite vegetables and spices. Or, if you like lentil burgers, you could try making a lentil burger with your favorite toppings.
Another way to get excited about lentils is to experiment with different flavors and textures. For example, you could try making a lentil curry with Indian spices, or you could try making a lentil salad with your favorite fruits and vegetables. You could also try making a lentil chili with your favorite cheese and sour cream.