Michael's Easy Lentil Loaf
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Description
This is a super easy and budget-friendly lentil loaf recipe that I've been making for a while now. With a decent side, it makes a excellent hot meal on the cheap for vegetarians.
Ingredients
- 2 cups water
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup lentils
- nonstick cooking spray
- 1 cup quick-cooking oats
- ¾ cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
- 1 small white onion, diced
- ½ cup tomato sauce
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
Directions
- 1. Combine water and salt in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer until lentils are soft and most of the water is evaporated, about 30 minutes. Remove from heat.
- 2. Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Generously spray a loaf pan with cooking spray.
- 3. Drain and partially mash lentils, then scrape into a mixing bowl. Stir in oats, Cheddar cheese, and onion. Add tomato sauce, egg, garlic, parsley, basil, and pepper; mix until well combined. Spoon into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with the back of the spoon.
- 4. Bake in the preheated oven until top of loaf is dry, firm, and golden brown, 30 to 45 minutes. Remove from the oven and cool for 10 minutes on a wire rack. Run a sharp knife around the edges of the pan and invert onto a serving platter.
Nutrition Facts
serving: 1 loaf
calories: 183.8 kcal
carbohydrates: 23.5 g
protein: 11.3 g
saturated fat: 2.6 g
cholesterol: 34.4 mg
sodium: 450.6 mg
fiber: 8.9 g
sugar: 1.7 g
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