Vegan Meatloaf
This classic vegan meatloaf is a hearty and delicious plant-based version of the traditional comfort food. Packed with protein-rich chickpeas, flavorful vegetables, and Trader Joe's vegan ground beef, this meatloaf is sure to satisfy your cravings. Topped with tangy BBQ sauce and baked to perfection, it's a crowd-pleasing dish that even non-vegans will love.
Ingredients
- - ½ cup BBQ sauce
- - 1 can chickpeas drained and rinsed
- - 1 onion finely chopped
- - 2 stalks celery finely chopped
- - 2 carrots grated
- - 1 package Trader Joe's vegan ground beef or any brand you prefer
- - 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- - 1 teaspoon onion powder
- - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- - ½ cup flour
- - Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a loaf pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, mash the chickpeas with a fork or potato masher until they are mostly broken down.
- Add the chopped onion, celery, grated carrots, vegan ground beef, tomato paste, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to the bowl. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly combined.
- Transfer the mixture to the greased loaf pan and press it down firmly to form a loaf shape.
- Bake for 30 mins. Spread the BBQ sauce evenly over the top of the meatloaf and bake for another 25 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.