Description
Nut Roast (Vegetarian) is a hearty and flavorful dish that blends a variety of nuts, vegetables, and aromatic herbs into a satisfying loaf. Ideal for family gatherings or cozy dinners, this nut roast delights both vegetarians and meat-lovers alike. Serve it warm with rich gravy or tangy cranberry sauce for an unforgettable dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups mixed nuts (walnuts, almonds, hazelnuts)
- 1 cup fresh breadcrumbs
- 1 cup finely grated carrots
- 1 cup chopped mushrooms
- 1 medium diced onion
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup low-sodium vegetable stock
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf tin or line with parchment paper.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté diced onions in olive oil until translucent. Add minced garlic and grated carrots; cook until soft, about five minutes.
- Coarsely chop mixed nuts using a food processor—avoid turning them into flour.
- In a large bowl, mix sautéed vegetables with chopped nuts, breadcrumbs, vegetable stock, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Transfer the mixture into the prepared loaf tin, pressing down firmly.
- Bake for about one hour or until the top is golden brown and fragrant.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - Toast the nuts before chopping to enhance their flavor. - Feel free to swap out nuts based on personal preference or allergies—pecans work great too! - For extra flavor, add spices like cumin or smoked paprika.