Mary's Vegan Meatloaf Recipe

Preparation Steps

1. 1

   Prep the Ingredients

   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Wash and trim the asparagus, and set aside. Peel and cube the baby sweet potatoes, then boil them until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and mash them.

2. 2

   Cook the Vegetables

   In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until soft. Add the grated carrot and cook for an additional 5 minutes.

3. 3

   Combine the Mixture

   In a large bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes, cooked lentils, oats, sautéed vegetables, spicy ketchup, oregano, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.

4. 4

   Shape and Bake

   Transfer the mixture into a loaf pan lined with parchment paper. Smooth the top and drizzle a little extra spicy ketchup on top if desired. Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until firm and golden on top.

5. 5

   Prepare the Asparagus

   While the meatloaf is baking, steam or roast the asparagus until tender, about 8-10 minutes.

6. 6

   Serve

   Once the meatloaf is done, let it cool for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve with the steamed or roasted asparagus on the side.