Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup mixed nuts (walnuts, cashews, almonds)
- 1 cup cooked lentils
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (preferably whole grain)
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Salt to taste
- 2 eggs (or flaxseed substitute for vegan option)
- Olive oil for sautéing
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Finely chop the onion and garlic.
- In a large bowl, mix cooked lentils, chopped onion and garlic, mixed nuts, bread crumbs, tomato paste, soy sauce, thyme, rosemary, black pepper, and salt until well combined.
- Beat the eggs or flaxseed mixture and fold into the nut mixture to bind everything together.
- Shape the mixture into a loaf in a greased loaf pan or form into a rustic shape on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown and firm to the touch.
Notes
- Add dried fruits like cranberries or apricots for a sweet twist.
- Use mixed nuts for varied flavor profiles.
- Fresh herbs increase aroma and freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Fantasy Vegetarian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg
