High-Protein Lentil Walnut Loaf Recipe

About this recipe

This hearty and nutritious lentil walnut loaf is packed with protein and perfect for a satisfying dinner. It's a vegetarian-friendly dish that combines wholesome ingredients and savory flavors, baked to perfection.

Ingredients

• - Thyme Bunched Herb
• 500G Sabarot Lentils Mix, 500G
• 1 Kg Fresh Onion Pack. 1kg - Ofoodi African Store
• 1 Kg Carrots - 1kg
• 1 stick Organic Celery Stick
• 1 Piece Red Bell Pepper, 1pcs | Gopuff
• 1 Kg Pariani Italian Lara Walnuts, 1Kg
• 2.27L / 4 Pints British Whole Milk 2.27L / 4 Pints
• 100G Terre Exotique Winemaker'S Salt, 100G
• 150G Saitaku Panko Breadcrumbs

Instructions

1. 1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a loaf pan with nonstick cooking spray.
2. 2. Finely chop 1 onion, 1 carrot, 1 celery stalk, and 1/4 bell pepper. Set aside.
3. 3. In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of cooked lentils, the chopped vegetables, 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts, 1 1/2 cups of panko breadcrumbs, 1 cup of milk, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of thyme. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
4. 4. Transfer the mixture into the prepared loaf pan, pressing it down evenly to form a compact loaf.
5. 5. Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour, or until the top is golden brown and the loaf is firm to the touch.
6. 6. Remove from the oven and let the loaf cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.