Three Nut Meatless Loaf
Elevate your plant-based dining with the hearty and flavorful Three Nut Meatless Loaf – a show-stopping main dish perfect for holidays, dinner parties, or any cozy meal. Packed with the earthy richness of walnuts, almonds, and pecans, this recipe is a wholesome and protein-packed alternative to traditional meatloaf. Sautéed vegetables like onions, garlic, carrots, and celery infuse a savory depth, while a blend of smoked paprika and thyme adds a delightful aromatic touch. Bound together with a vegan flaxseed "egg," this loaf is perfectly firm yet tender and bakes to a beautiful golden finish. Whether served with a drizzle of gravy, a side of roasted veggies, or a fresh salad, this vegan nut loaf is not only nutritious but irresistibly delicious. It's ready in just over an hour and serves six, making it a satisfying centerpiece for any occasion!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 medium carrot
- 1 celery stalk
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup walnuts
- 1 cup almonds
- 1 cup pecans
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
- 6 tablespoons water
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
Finely chop the onion, garlic, carrot, and celery. Set aside.
In a skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Add the chopped onion, garlic, carrot, and celery. Sauté for 5-7 minutes or until softened. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
In a food processor, combine the walnuts, almonds, and pecans. Pulse until the nuts are finely chopped but not turned into flour.
In a small bowl, mix the ground flaxseed and water to create a flax egg. Let it sit for 5 minutes to thicken.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the sautéed vegetables, chopped nuts, breadcrumbs, flax egg, soy sauce, dried thyme, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
Transfer the mixture into the prepared loaf pan. Press it down firmly to create an even layer.
Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden and the loaf is firm.
Allow the loaf to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then carefully remove it from the pan and slice into servings. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3198 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 261.4 g | 335% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.5 g | 123% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 81.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2929 mg | 127% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 172.8 g | 63% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 50.3 g | 180% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.5 g | ||
| Protein | 79.9 g | 160% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 763 mg | 59% | |
| Iron | 20.2 mg | 112% | |
| Potassium | 1760 mg | 37% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
