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Sliced vegan meatloaf with rich brown gravy served on a rustic board with mashed potatoes.

Vegan Meatloaf with Gravy – A Hearty, Homestyle Classic Without the Meat

  • Author: Amelia
  • Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Yield: 1 loaf (serves 6) 1x
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

Cozy, savory, and 100% plant-based, this vegan meatloaf is packed with lentils, mushrooms, and warm spices—topped with rich homemade gravy for the ultimate comfort food dinner.

Ingredients

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  • For the Vegan Meatloaf:
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 large garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 cup cooked red lentils
  • 1 cup cooked green lentils
  • 3 cups finely chopped mushrooms
  • 1/2 cup walnut pieces (or sunflower seeds/oats)
  • 1/4 cup ground flax seeds
  • 1 cup bread crumbs
  • Scant 1 cup flour
  • 1 tbsp Tamari or soy sauce
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tsp dried thyme
  • Up to 1/2 cup water as needed
  • For the Vegan Gravy:
  • 2 medium onions, chopped
  • 1 tbsp nutritional yeast
  • 2 tbsp tamari or soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp arrowroot powder or cornstarch
  • 2 cups mushroom or vegetable broth

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 370°F (188°C). Line a loaf tin with parchment paper.
  2. Pulse or finely chop the onion, garlic, and mushrooms. Sauté in a skillet until liquid is released and evaporated, about 8–10 minutes. Let cool.
  3. In a bowl, mix all loaf ingredients except water. Add water 1 tbsp at a time until mixture holds together but isn’t wet.
  4. Press mixture firmly into loaf tin. Smooth the top. Bake uncovered for 50–60 minutes. Tent with foil if browning too quickly.
  5. Cool loaf in the pan for 15–30 minutes before slicing.
  6. For the gravy, sauté onions until golden. Blend with the rest of the gravy ingredients until smooth. Heat in saucepan until thickened.
  7. Slice meatloaf, spoon over gravy, and serve warm with your favorite sides.

Equipment

Notes

Use coconut aminos for soy-free. Substitute sunflower seeds or oats for nut-free. To make gluten-free, use GF breadcrumbs and oat or rice flour.

  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Vegan

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice with gravy
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 520mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Vegan Meatloaf with Gravy, plant-based dinner, lentil meatloaf, mushroom loaf, vegan comfort food

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