Description
This Vegan Nut Roast is a hearty and wholesome dish perfect for a nutritious meal. Featuring a blend of mixed nuts, cooked lentils, and fresh vegetables, it’s packed with flavor and texture. Seasoned with herbs and nutritional yeast, this roast is baked to golden perfection, making it an excellent plant-based main course for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups mixed nuts (walnuts, almonds, hazelnuts)
- 1 cup cooked lentils
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup nutritional yeast
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Liquids and Oils
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for baking the nut roast.
- Prepare Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the mixed nuts, cooked lentils, chopped onion, grated carrots, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, soy sauce, dried thyme, dried rosemary, salt, black pepper, nutritional yeast, and olive oil. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated and form a sturdy mixture.
- Shape in Loaf Pan: Grease a loaf pan lightly with olive oil or non-stick spray. Transfer the nut mixture into the pan, pressing it down firmly to compact the mixture evenly for a cohesive roast.
- Bake: Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes. The top should turn golden brown and the roast should be firm to the touch, indicating it is cooked through.
- Cool and Serve: Once baked, remove the nut roast from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. This resting time helps it to set and makes slicing easier. Then, slice and serve as desired.
Notes
- Use a variety of nuts for complexity in texture and flavor.
- Cook lentils ahead of time or use canned lentils drained and rinsed.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like celery or bell peppers for added flavor.
- For a gluten-free option, substitute the breadcrumbs with gluten-free breadcrumbs or oat flour.
- Serve with vegan gravy or cranberry sauce for a festive touch.
