This juicy, flavorful vegetarian meatloaf recipe uses plant-based crumbles.

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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.

Vegetarian Meatloaf on a Plate with Mashed Potatoes and Green Beans

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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?

Vegetarian Meatloaf on a Plate with Mashed Potatoes and Green Beans

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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.

Vegetarian Meatloaf in a Baking Pan

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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.

Vegetarian Meatloaf on a Plate with Mashed Potatoes and Green Beans

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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.

Vegetables Finely Chopped in a Food Processor for Vegetarian Meatloaf Recipe

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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.

Chopped Vegetables Cooked over a Stove in a Pan

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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.

Cooked Vegetables and Beyond Meat Mixed Together in a Bowl

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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.

Vegetarian Meatloaf Added to a Loaf Pan

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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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Vegetarian Meatloaf (Cooked) Next to Bowl with Sauce

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Vegetarian Meatloaf Sauce Whisked Together in a Bowl

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Vegetarian Meatloaf Topped with Sauce

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