Amaranth Lentil Loaf

Updated: May 29, 2023

Amaranth Lentil Loaf
General Information
  • Entrees
  • Savory
  • 1 hour 4 minutes
  • Vegetarian
  • Gluten-Free
  • 8 servings

Ingredients

  • Amaranth Flour
    Amaranth Flour
  • Carrot
    Carrot
  • Garlic
    Garlic
  • Onion
    Onion
  • Bell Pepper
    Bell Pepper
  • Shiitake mushrooms
    Shiitake mushrooms
  • Black Pepper
    Black Pepper
  • Olive Oil
    Olive Oil
  • Chicken Eggs
    Chicken Eggs
  • onion powder
    onion powder
  • Salt
    Salt
  • Mustard
    Mustard
  • soy sauce
    soy sauce
  • Rosemary
    Rosemary
  • 1/2 cup of HerbaZest Amaranth Flour
  • 1 1/2 cups of carrot (grated)
  • 6 cloves of garlic (minced)
  • 1 cup of onion (chopped)
  • 1/2 cup of bell pepper (chopped)
  • 1/2 cup of shiitake mushrooms
  • 1 teaspoon of black pepper (ground)
  • 3 tablespoons of olive oil
  • 2 chicken eggs (or 2 flax eggs)
  • 1 teaspoon of onion powder
  • salt (to taste)
  • 2 tablespoons of mustard
  • 2 tablespoons of soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon of rosemary (fresh, minced; + for garnish)

Directions

This easy lentil loaf recipe is a great option for non-meat eaters wanting to ensure proper protein intake as well as those who do eat meat, but are looking to cut down on it in their diet.

Lentils, the star of this recipe, provide a good dose of protein for muscle formation and dietary fiber for proper gut functions. They also contain a richness of other nutrients, like phytochemicals, folates, and phosphorus. Amaranth helps this lentil loaf keep its form and shares its essential amino acids, most notably lysine, which is necessary for collagen production. Mushrooms, on the other hand, are a great source of B vitamins and copper. Enhanced with nutrient-rich vegetables, like carrots and bell peppers, this amaranth lentil loaf is a delicious way to stay healthy and full.

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (176°C). Then heat up two tablespoons of oil in a skillet and saute the onions, garlic, bell pepper, carrots, mushrooms, and rosemary until soft.(10 minutes)
  2. Transfer the vegetables to a food processor and add the lentils, amaranth flour, eggs, onion powder, black pepper, and salt. Pulse until the mixture is well combined but still slightly chunky.(5 minutes)
  3. Place the filling into a parchment paper lined loaf pan and press it down firmly so that it is evenly distributed.(2 minutes)
  4. To make the glaze, combine one tablespoon of oil with mustard and soy sauce. Spread on top of the loaf.(2 minutes)
  5. Bake for 45 minutes. Let cool before cutting. Enjoy!(45 minutes)