Brussels-sprout-and-cauliflower-pilaf-4.jpg' alt='Cauliflower Pilaf' title='Cauliflower Pilaf' />Vegan Cauliflower Lentil Loaf. A hearty plant based dinner idea that will satisfy even meat eaters A Vegan Cauliflower Lentil Loaf that mimics the classic meatloaf with no meat, gluten free, nut free, and soy free Get all your protein and veggies in this healthy recipe With Thanksgiving approaching at the speed of light, meal preparation is already underway Some of us like to plan the ultimate classic menu with all the trimmings, others like to go potluck or buffet style, and others enjoy trying new and modern dishes on their page long menu. I think we all try to create some dishes so everyone can have at least something they love. Cauliflower Pilaf' title='Cauliflower Pilaf' />20 Cauliflower Recipes To Try This Fall. This cruciferous vegetable is a chameleon in the kitchen. From hummus to creamy soup or a fun take on vegetarian wings, it. We all know food allergies and diet restrictions have made that very proteinate over the past few years. Its easy to have plenty of side dishes that fit our diet needs, but the main event can be a bit trickier. I dont eat turkey and Ive been known to just make some chicken for myself instead. Usually, I go for a vegan option on the holidays, though. A nice change to to plain cauliflower rice, broccoli cauliflower rice has won me over with its great color and flavor. Happy Wednesday. The weekend is almost here and. We seem to have a problem loading this page. Please try refreshing F5 your web browser or try again later. We aplogize for this inconvenience. I just like to change it up for at least one dish each year and usually, thats the main event. Last year I made this here cauliflower lentil loaf after many years of wanting to try the vegan loaf crave for myself. One of those things that took me so long to try and now I kick myself over not trying it sooner I always hated that so many recipes were nut based so calorie dense and expensive, soy based no tofu, please, or were non vegan lentil loafs eggs will not dueI knew I had 2 major components that would not let me down when making my first veggie loaf. Legumes and cauliflower. A great dose of plant based proteins plus all that veggie goodness in addition to pepper and onion Veggie loaves are such a great option to get those plant based skeptics to try The never fail goodness of lentils and cauliflower I knew would be a surefire way to make a meaty successWhen I brought this loaf with me to our familys Thanksgiving feast, I was hoping everyone would try I usually have to force them to branch out a little into foodie world. They did and they loved it just as much as me I even had to leave my grandparents some leftovers to savor in the coming days. Which, by the way, this cauliflower lentil loaf tastes great as leftovers You could eat it cold, hot, mashed up and thrown in a sauce with some pasta. Endless Of course, you may have noticed that shiny red glaze on top Meatloaf is NEVER complete without the red ketchup sauce I made this ketchup glaze with just a hint of smokiness to really take this humble loaf over the top in a subtle waySo lets get those blenders out and oven on We have a Cauliflower Lentil Loaf to make Cauliflower Lentil Loaf. Vegan Cauliflower Lentil Loaf. A hearty plant based dinner idea that will satisfy even meat eaters A Vegan Cauliflower Lentil Loaf that mimics the classic meatloaf with no meat, gluten free, nut free, and soy freeGet all your protein and veggies in this healthy recipe Preheat the oven to 4. F. To prep Saute the chopped onion and pepper in a skillet on the stove for a few minutes to soften. Rice the cauliflower in a food processor until you have 3 crumbled cups. Squeeze the crumbles with a towel to release excess water. Cook the lentils according to package and let cool. In a large food processor combine all the ingredients for the loaf and process until combined not smooth, just mixed well. Line a 9x. 5 loaf pan with parchment paper and press in the loaf mixture into the pan and smooth out the top. In a small bowl, mix the ketchup and liquid smoke together and then spread it evenly over the top of the pressed loaf. Bake the loaf in the oven for 4. Let cool before slicing and serving. Doesnt it look like a meatloaf I actually never had much meatloaf growing up, but the few times I did, I loved it I would always get it out at restaurants and you can bet my favorite part was ALL the ketchup sauce on topIm glad I can have meatloaf again Im pretty sure I may be one of the only people who wishes their mom had made meatloaf for family dinners I digress We can loaf on now Make and take this to your next big family gathering and wow them all with this delectable, hearty, Vegan, Cauliflower Lentil Loaf So tell me Did you have meatloaf growing up Did you like it Do you like to change up the main event or side dishes for a foodfamily holiday dinner Stay connected Facebook Strength and Sunshine. Ways To Cook Green Beans. Twitter Rebecca. GF6. Instagram rebeccagf. Pinterest Rebecca. GF6. 66. Bloglovin Strength and Sunshine. Google Rebecca Pytell. Lentil and cauliflower pilaf low fat. Step 2. 2 minutes. Add curry paste and cook for a further minute. Add stock, bay leaves and cinnamon, then bring to the boil. Reduce heat to low, cover and cook for 1. Fluff rice with a fork, stir in lentils and heat through for 1 minute. Sprinkle over coriander, and serve with chutney, if desired.