Best 8 Vegetarian Meatloaf With Vegetables Recipes

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Vegetarian meatloaf is a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional meatloaf. Made with a combination of vegetables, grains, and legumes, vegetarian meatloaf is packed with flavor and nutrients. It's a great option for a hearty and satisfying meal that's perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. With so many different recipes available, you're sure to find one that you'll love.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

VEGETARIAN MEATLOAF



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For those vegetarians who miss the taste of meatloaf, here is a tasty vegetarian version that matches the flavor.

Provided by RAINSINGER

Categories     100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes     Vegetarian

Time 1h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (12 ounce) bottle barbeque sauce
1 (12 ounce) package vegetarian burger crumbles
1 green bell pepper, chopped
⅓ cup minced onion
1 clove garlic, minced
½ cup soft bread crumbs
3 tablespoons Parmesan cheese
1 egg, beaten
¼ teaspoon dried thyme
¼ teaspoon dried basil
¼ teaspoon parsley flakes
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Lightly grease a 5x9 inch loaf pan.
  • In a bowl, mix 1/2 the barbeque sauce with the vegetarian burger crumbles, green bell pepper, onion, garlic, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, and egg. Season with thyme, basil, parsley, salt, and pepper. Transfer to the loaf pan.
  • Bake 45 minutes in the preheated oven. Pour remaining barbeque sauce over the loaf, and continue baking 15 minutes, or until loaf is set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 155.2 calories, Carbohydrate 21.3 g, Cholesterol 24.9 mg, Fat 3.3 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 9.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 687.9 mg, Sugar 12.6 g

REALLY GOOD VEGETARIAN MEATLOAF (REALLY!)



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High in fiber and protein, low in fat, easy and really yummy! I've always thought meatloaf looks and smells so delicious and savory so, as a vegetarian, I decided to make a no-meat version! This is basically our favorite meatloaf recipe but with cooked mashed lentils instead of ground meat. The result is a very tasty dinner!

Provided by SaraFish

Categories     Grains

Time 1h25m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups water
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup lentils
1 small onion, diced
1 cup quick-cooking oats
3/4 cup monterey jack cheese or 3/4 cup American cheese
1 egg, beaten
4 1/2 ounces spaghetti sauce or 4 1/2 ounces tomato sauce
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 tablespoon dried parsley
1/2 teaspoon seasoning salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Add salt to water and boil in a saucepan.
  • Add lentils and simmer covered 25-30 minutes, until lentils are soft and most of water is evaporated.
  • Remove from fire.
  • Drain and partially mash lentils.
  • Scrape into mixing bowl and allow to cool slightly.
  • Stir in onion, oats and cheese until mixed.
  • Add egg, tomato sauce, garlic, basil, parsley, seasoning salt and pepper.
  • Mix well.
  • Spoon into loaf pan that has been generously sprayed with Pam (non-stick cooking spray) or well-greased.
  • Smooth top with back of spoon.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 30- 45 minutes until top of loaf is dry, firm and golden brown.
  • Cool in pan on rack for about 10 minutes.
  • Run a sharp knife around edges of pan then turn out loaf onto serving platter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 264, Fat 10.2, SaturatedFat 5.2, Cholesterol 69.1, Sodium 810.4, Carbohydrate 29, Fiber 7, Sugar 3.6, Protein 14.8

VEGETARIAN MEATLOAF WITH VEGETABLES



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This is a meaty alternative to meat loaf, with vegetables on the side.

Provided by RENEE86

Categories     100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes     Vegetarian     Protein     TVP

Time 1h50m

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 17

½ (14 ounce) package vegetarian ground beef (e.g., Gimme Lean TM)
1 (12 ounce) package vegetarian burger crumbles
1 onion, chopped
2 eggs, beaten
2 tablespoons vegetarian Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon salt
⅓ teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon ground sage
½ teaspoon garlic powder
2 teaspoons prepared mustard
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
3 ½ slices bread, cubed
⅓ cup milk
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
4 carrots, cut into 1 inch pieces
4 potatoes, cubed
1 cooking spray

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large bowl combine vegetarian ground beef, vegetarian ground beef crumbles, onion, eggs, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, sage, garlic powder, mustard, oil, bread cubes and milk. Transfer to a 9 x 13 inch baking dish and form into a loaf. Pour tomato sauce on top.
  • Place carrots and potatoes around loaf and spray vegetables with cooking spray.
  • Bake 30 to 45 minutes; turn vegetables. Bake another 30 to 45 minutes. Let stand 15 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 225 calories, Carbohydrate 30.6 g, Cholesterol 42.1 mg, Fat 4.9 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 15.1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 814.1 mg, Sugar 6.1 g

DELICIOUS MEATLOAF WITH VEGETABLES



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My family likes spice so I add in about 2 teaspoons dried chili flakes when sauteeing the veggies, but that is optional, you can sub chili sauce for the ketchup ---if you prefer to use fresh sliced mushrooms, just saute in the skillet before the onions and other ingredients, any leftovers makes a fantastic sandwich! :)

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h25m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 20

3 -4 tablespoons butter (can use more)
2 medium onions, chopped
2 green onions, chopped
2 tablespoons minced fresh garlic
2 celery ribs, chopped
1 large carrot, peeled (chopped into about 1/4-inch pieces)
3 teaspoons seasoning salt (or use white salt to taste)
1 teaspoon black pepper (can use more)
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1/2 cup ketchup
1 1/2 lbs extra lean ground beef
1 lb ground pork
1 (10 ounce) can sliced mushrooms, drained (can use more)
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/4 cup milk
1 1/2 cups fresh breadcrumbs
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1/3 cup fresh minced parsley
parmesan cheese
1 1/2 cups ketchup (or to taste)

Steps:

  • Set oven to 350 degrees.
  • In a large skillet melt butter; saute the onions, green onion, garlic, chopped celery and carrots over medium heat, stirring for until the carrots are fork-tender (about 10 minutes).
  • Season with seasoning salt and pepper.
  • Add in Worcestershire sauce and 1/2 cup ketchup; cook stirring 2 minutes; remove from heat.
  • In a large bowl combine the sauteed veggies, ground beef and pork, mushrooms, bread crumbs, eggs, milk, Parmesan cheese and parsley.
  • Pat into a shallow 10 x 5-inch oval baking dish.
  • Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese, then drizzle about 1-1/2 cups ketchup over the mixture.
  • Bake for about 1 hour or until cooked.

VEGETABLE MEATLOAF WITH BALSAMIC GLAZE



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Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h5m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 small zucchini, finely diced
1 red bell pepper, finely diced
1 yellow bell pepper, finely diced
5 cloves garlic, smashed to a paste with coarse salt
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh thyme
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1 1/2 pounds ground turkey (90 percent lean)
1 cup panko (coarse Japanese breadcrumbs)
1/2 cup freshly grated Romano or Parmesan cheese
3/4 cup ketchup
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees. Heat the oil in a large saute pan over high heat. Add the zucchini, bell peppers, garlic paste and 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes. Season with salt and pepper and cook until the vegetables are almost soft, about 5 minutes. Set aside to cool.
  • Whisk the egg and fresh herbs in a large bowl. Add the turkey, panko, grated cheese, 1/2 cup ketchup, 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar and the cooled vegetables; mix until just combined.
  • Gently press the mixture into a 9-by-5-inch loaf pan. Whisk the remaining 1/4 cup ketchup, 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar and 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes in a small bowl; brush the mixture over the entire loaf. Bake for 1 to 1 1/4 hours. Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

VEGGIE MEATLOAF WITH MUSHROOMS AND SUN-DRIED TOMATOES



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This meatloaf is full of deep, warming flavors, including mushrooms, caramelized onions, cheese, and pungent sun-dried tomatoes. Served over a bed of baby spinach, it's a perfectly satisfying meal that includes plenty of nutritious vegetables.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons butter, at room temperature
1 cup breadcrumbs, plus more for coating ramekins
4 ounces sun-dried tomatoes
1 cup warm water
2 eggs
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 yellow onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 pound mix of portobello and cremini mushrooms, trimmed and finely chopped in a food processor
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
4 ounces Cheddar, grated
8 ounces baby spinach leaves, for serving

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Butter 4 (8-ounce) ramekins and lightly coat with breadcrumbs.
  • 2. Soak the sun-dried tomatoes in the water until soft. Remove the tomatoes and coarsely chop. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs and soaking water, and add the breadcrumbs. Set aside.
  • 3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the olive oil, followed by the onions. Cook until brown, stirring frequently, about 10 minutes. Add the garlic, mushrooms, and sun-dried tomatoes and cook until the liquid from the mushrooms has evaporated, about 15 minutes. Stir in 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and 1 teaspoon pepper. Transfer the vegetables to a large bowl to cool.
  • 4. Add the breadcrumb mixture and the grated cheese to the vegetables and mix well with your hands. Evenly distribute the mixture among the coated ramekins. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 30 minutes. Let cool slightly, then run a knife around the edges of the ramekins.
  • 5. Toss the spinach in a hot skillet just until wilted and divide among 4 serving plates. Invert the meatloaf onto the spinach. Serve immediately.

LOADED VEGETABLE MEATLOAF



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Incorporate your veggies into your meatloaf for an all-in-one meal using vegetables.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 bag (11.8 oz) frozen Mediterranean blend vegetables, cooked as directed on bag
1 cup Progresso™ plain bread crumbs
1/4 cup milk
1 1/2 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
1 egg, slightly beaten
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup finely chopped yellow onion
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup ketchup
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon packed brown sugar

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Line 9x5-inch loaf pan with foil; spray foil with cooking spray.
  • Place vegetables in food processor. Cover; process 5 to 7 times or until vegetables are broken up into small pieces. Set aside.
  • In large bowl, mix together vegetables and remaining meatloaf ingredients until well combined. Shape mixture into 8x4-inch loaf. Place in pan.
  • In small bowl, stir together Balsamic Glaze ingredients. Spread mixture over meatloaf.
  • Bake uncovered 1 hour to 1 hour 10 minutes or until meat thermometer inserted in center of loaf reads 160°F. Drain; let stand 10 minutes. Cut into slices to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 380, Carbohydrate 28 g, Cholesterol 105 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 26 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 760 mg, Sugar 8 g, TransFat 1 g

VEGETABLE MEAT LOAF



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I'm not big on leftovers, so I've pared down my recipes to serve two. This meat loaf is simple and quick to prepare, plus it helps you eat your veggies. It's great served with cheddar-topped baked potatoes. -Judi Brinegar, Liberty, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 pound ground beef
1 slice bread, torn into small pieces
1 large egg, beaten
1/4 cup shredded carrot
2 tablespoons finely chopped onion
2 tablespoons finely chopped green pepper
2 tablespoons finely chopped celery
1/2 teaspoon salt
Dash each pepper and garlic powder
5 tablespoons chili sauce or ketchup, divided

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine ground beef, bread, egg, carrot, onion, green pepper, celery, seasonings and 2 tablespoons chili sauce., Form into a loaf in an ungreased 5-3/4x3x2-in. loaf pan. Spoon remaining chili sauce over loaf. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 45-50 minutes or until meat is no longer pink.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330 calories, Fat 16g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 163mg cholesterol, Sodium 1349mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

Tips:

  • To ensure the meatloaf holds together well, be sure to press the mixture firmly into the loaf pan.
  • Baking the meatloaf in a loaf pan helps to keep it moist and prevents it from drying out.
  • To add extra flavor and texture, try adding a cup of cooked rice, quinoa, or oats to the meatloaf mixture.
  • For a crispy crust, brush the top of the meatloaf with a mixture of ketchup and brown sugar before baking.
  • Let the meatloaf cool slightly before slicing and serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Conclusion:

This vegetarian meatloaf is a delicious and hearty main course that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is packed with vegetables and has a savory flavor that will please everyone at the table. Serve it with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables.

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