Vegetarian Gluten-Free Meat Loaf Comfort Food

Name: Vegetarian Gluten-Free Meat Loaf Comfort Food
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 small onion, finely chopped; 1 carrot, finely chopped; 1 celery rib, finely chopped; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 1/2 cup pecan pieces, chopped; 2 eggs; 1/2 teaspoon basil, dry; 1/2 teaspoon oregano, dry; 1/4 teaspoon sage, dry; 4 tablespoons ketchup (for tops of mini loaves)

Servings: persons

1 small onion, finely chopped
1 carrot, finely chopped
1 celery rib, finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1/2 cup pecan pieces, chopped
2 eggs
1/2 teaspoon basil, dry
1/2 teaspoon oregano, dry
1/4 teaspoon sage, dry
4 tablespoons ketchup (for tops of mini loaves)

1
Saute onion, carrot, celery until translucent about 5 minutes.
2
Add garlic and saute about 3 or 4 more minutes. Set aside and cool.
3
Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
4
Drain and rinse the chickpeas; place in a bowl and mash them with a fork.
5
Add cooled onion mixture, soy sauce, pecans, eggs, basil, oregano, and sage to the mashed chickpeas.
6
Mix together thoroughly.
7
Make sure your mini loaf pan is well oiled.
8
Divide the mixture into four loafs.
9
Add a light layer of ketchup to the top of the loaves.
10
Cover with foil and bake covered for 30 minutes.
11
Uncover and add a little more ketchup to the tops.
12
Bake for 10 more minutes uncovered.
13
Enjoy!

539

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 small onion, finely chopped, 1 carrot, finely chopped, 1 celery rib, finely chopped, 3 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Vegetarian Gluten-Free Meat Loaf Comfort Food falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!