Vegetarian Meat Loaf with Beyond Meat and Herb-Crusted Potatoes Recipe

Ingredients for 4 servings

Prep Time: 25 minutes

Cook Time: 50 minutes

This Vegetarian Meat Loaf recipe is hearty and savory, made with Beyond Meat, so it’s got all the satisfying flavors of a traditional meat loaf but 100% plant-based. And those herb-crusted potatoes on the side? Absolute winners—crispy all over, tender on the inside. Perfect for a cozy Christmas main course!

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Ingredients for Meat Loaf

• 500g Beyond Meat ground "beef"

• 1 small onion, finely diced

• 2 garlic cloves, minced

• 1 carrot, grated

• 1 celery stalk, finely chopped

• 100g breadcrumbs (add oats for extra texture and protein)

• 2 tbsp tomato paste

• 1 tbsp soy sauce

• 1 tbsp vegetarian Worcestershire sauce

• 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

• Salt and pepper to taste

Ingredients for Herb-Crusted Pan-Fried Potatoes

• 600g peeled baby potatoes, halved

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tsp rosemary

• 1 tsp thyme

• Salt and pepper to taste

Recipe

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

2. In a large bowl, combine the Beyond Meat, onion, garlic, grated carrot, celery, breadcrumbs, tomato paste, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, parsley, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix until fully combined.

3. Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it in a greased loaf tin or on a baking sheet. Bake for 40-45 minutes until firm and golden on top.

While the meatloaf is baking, prepare the herb-crusted pan-fried potatoes

1. Heat a large, heavy-bottomed skillet over medium heat.

2. Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil to the pan, ensuring it coats the bottom evenly.

3. Add the peeled and halved potatoes to the pan, spreading them out so they all touch the bottom of the skillet.

4. Cook the potatoes on medium heat, stirring every few minutes to ensure they brown evenly on all sides. This should take about 10-12 minutes.

5. Once the potatoes are golden brown, sprinkle in the rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir again to coat them evenly with the herbs and seasoning.

6. Reduce the heat slightly, cover the pan with a lid, and cook for another 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally until the potatoes are tender inside.

7. Once the meatloaf is done, let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve with the herb-crusted potatoes on the side.

Macros (per serving)

• Calories: 580 kcal

• Protein: 25g

• Carbs: 55g

• Fat: 28g

Wine Pairing: Pinot Noir

A light yet flavorful Pinot Noir with its red fruit flavors and soft tannins is a perfect match for the savory meat loaf made with Beyond Meat. The wine’s acidity balances the richness of the loaf and brings out the flavors of the crispy herb-crusted potatoes.

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