Classic Tofu Loaf
Enjoy a familiar family favorite with this plant-based twist on the classic meatloaf. This healthier version features tofu and lentils for a heft of plant-based protein and well seasoned with meatloaf staple ingredients onions, garlic and ketchup.
This recipe comes to us from Chef Ayinde Howell.
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Serves: 4 to 6
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp. grapeseed or safflower oil
- 14 ounces firm tofu, well-drained
- 1 cup cooked french lentils
- 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1/2 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1 tsp. minced garlic
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup barbecue sauce
- 1/4 cup low-sodium wheat-free tamari
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- For garnish: ketchup; chopped fresh parsley
Directions
Preheat the oven to 350F. Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan with the oil and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, crumble the tofu into bite-size piec- es. Add the oats and mix well. Stir in the parsley, onion, and garlic. Add the ketchup, mustard, barbecue sauce, tamari, and salt. Mix well, until all ingredients are incorporated.
Press the mixture evenly into the prepared pan. Bake for 30 minutes.
Serve garnished with ketchup and fresh parsley.