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Chickpea Mushroom Loaf

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This hearty Chickpea Mushroom Loaf is a savory, protein-packed plant-based main featuring chickpeas, mushrooms, oats, and spices. It’s sliceable, comforting, and ideal for everyday meals or special occasions.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 6 slices
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Vegan
  • Diet: Vegan

Ingredients

  • 2 cups (330 g) cooked chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 2 cups (200 g) fresh mushrooms, finely chopped
  • 1 medium onion (150 g), finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup (90 g) rolled oats
  • 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed
  • 5 tablespoons water
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup (15 g) fresh parsley, finely chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a loaf pan with baking paper or lightly grease it.
  2. In a small bowl, mix ground flaxseed with water and set aside for 5 minutes to thicken.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté onion for 4–5 minutes until soft. Add garlic and mushrooms and cook for 6–8 minutes until moisture evaporates. Remove from heat.
  4. In a large bowl, mash chickpeas until mostly broken down but still slightly chunky.
  5. Add cooked mushroom mixture, oats, flax mixture, tomato paste, soy sauce, spices, salt, and parsley to the chickpeas. Mix until well combined.
  6. Press the mixture firmly into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  7. Bake for 40–45 minutes until firm and lightly browned. Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

Notes

  • Let the loaf rest before slicing for cleaner cuts.
  • Use a food processor for easier chickpea mashing if preferred.
  • Add a glaze (like ketchup) before baking for extra flavor.
  • Freeze individual slices for easy reheating.
  • Can be eaten cold in sandwiches or reheated for dinner.

Nutrition

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