This juicy, flavorful vegetarian meatloaf recipe uses plant-based crumbles.
Simply Recipes / Alison Bickel
Im a meatloaf lover if ever there was one.
It was among the rotation of down-home dishes my mom was famous for when I was growing up.
Simply Recipes / Alison Bickel
Paired withmashed potatoesandsteamed broccoli, meatloaf was always a favorite childhood dinner.
You could even use a combination of the two.
How Does Vegetarian Meatloaf Compare?
Simply Recipes / Alison Bickel
This vegetarian meatloaf looks just likeits meaty twin.
As for flavor, the onions, garlic, herbs, and vegetables really deliver.
Plus, the fat in both Beyond and Impossible grounds lend a richness very similar to regular meatloaf.
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Vegetarian meatloaf is a bit more crumbly than standard meatloaf.
I find it best to cut slices straight from the loaf pan.
The time will vary depending on the size of the slice.
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you’ve got the option to also freeze the meatloaf for up to 3 months.
Let cool completely, then wrap thoroughly in plastic followed by a layer of aluminum foil.
Defrost overnight in the fridge before reheating.
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Stop and scrape down the sides as needed.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
The mixture should look slightly moist but not wet and the pan should be dry.
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Transfer the cooked vegetables to a large bowl and let cool slightly.
Add the vegetarian meat, remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt, panko breadcrumbs, tomato paste, and egg.
Use your hands to mix the ingredients thoroughly until everything is evenly distributed.
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Bake until the meatloaf is firm to the touch, about 50 minutes.
In a small bowl, stir together the ketchup and Worcestershire sauce.
Use the back of a spoon to spread it evenly over the top of the meatloaf.
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Let the meatloaf cool for about 15 minutes.
Serve by cutting slices directly from the panits a bit more crumbly than conventional meatloaf.
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Simply Recipes / Alison Bickel
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