Gluten-Free Cranberry Maple Lentil Loaf Vegan

This gluten-free cranberry maple lentil loaf is a delicious and hearty vegan dish perfect for a comforting meal. Its packed with nutritious ingredients and has a wonderful combination of sweet and savory flavors.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup red lentils, rinsed and drained
• 2 cups water
• 1 cup gluten-free oats
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
• 1/2 cup dried cranberries
• 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
• 1/4 cup ground flaxseed
• 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp dried sage
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions:

In a medium saucepan, combine the red lentils and water

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until lentils are soft and water is absorbed

Remove from heat and let cool

Preheat your oven to 350F 175C and grease a loaf pan with cooking spray or oil

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked lentils, gluten-free oats, chopped walnuts, dried cranberries, pure maple syrup, ground flaxseed, unsweetened applesauce, minced garlic, finely chopped onion, dried thyme, dried sage, salt, and black pepper

Mix well until all ingredients are combined

Transfer the lentil mixture to the greased loaf pan, pressing it down firmly to shape the loaf

Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the loaf is firm and slightly browned on the edges

Remove from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a serving platter

Slice and serve your gluten-free cranberry maple lentil loaf vegan

Enjoy