This Vegetarian Meatloaf is made much like a meatloaf made with ground beef, but using vegetarian beef crumbles in place of the real deal. This easy vegetarian main dish recipe is so delicious and close to the real thing, it can be a perfect vegetarian meal for meateaters.

Making a mock meatloaf is super easy to do. It is a great meatless Monday and we also love to include this vegetarian meatloaf on our holiday table, be it Thanksgiving, Christmas, or Easter. Leftovers make great sandwiches or are just as delicious warmed up in the microwave for a leftover meal.

Why A Vegetarian Meatloaf

If you have read any of my other vegetarian posts in the past, you will already know that I grew up in a home with a vegetarian mom and a carnivore dad, having the best of both worlds. I always preferred the vegetarian meal and have always loved a variety of vegetarian meatloaf.

My mom often made vegetarian meatloaf and I have tried many different types. This meatloaf recipe however came from a very close friend who would make it for special occasions and I would happen to be there to enjoy it. 

Because I loved the vegetarian meals I ate when growing up, I continued to make them for myself and my own little family. As a result, both of my sons are vegetarian and vegan food lovers. I love having these meatless options in our home and this Vegetarian Meatloaf is one of our very favorite vegetarian recipes!

What You Need To Make A Vegetarian Meatloaf

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*See the recipe card below for the full vegetarian meatloaf ingredient list and instructions*

Beef-like crumbles. There are a few brands out there that you can find in the freezer section, this is my favorite one. I have also used this vegeburger (in a can) and while it might seem like something you wouldn’t want to eat when you open it, I promise you it is delicious in this vegetarian meatloaf!

Fresh bread crumbs. By this I mean slices of good hearty bread that you break up into tiny pieces.

Shredded Cheddar Cheese

Herbs: dry rubbed sage and garlic

Large Eggs

Tips and Substitutions

• Place the vegetarian meatloaf pan on top of a cookie sheet lined with foil to help prevent spillage onto the oven floor.
• Substitute your favorite barbecue sauce for the ketchup topping
• Add a teaspoon of mustard to the ketchup topping
• Replace the vegetarian beef crumbles with 2 cans of chickpeas, coarsely chopped.
• Add and cook 1/2 cup of green or red bell pepper with the onion mixture

Other Vegetarian Recipes You May Enjoy

Lentil Loaf with Sweet and Sour Topping

Mom’s Homemade Vegetarian Meatballs

BBQ Vegetarian Chicken Pita Pizza

Coconut Curry Tofu Bowl

Low Carb Barbecue “Beef” Spirals

BBQ Veggie Pulled Pork Potato Skins

Mom’s Millet Meatballs

Vegetarian Patties with Marinara Sauce

Special K Loaf

Scrambled Tofu

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Yield: 8

Vegetarian Meatloaf Recipe

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 1 hour

Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes

A delicious meatloaf made with vegetarian beef like crumbles and topped with a ketchup and brown sugar topping.

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Ingredients

• 1 (12 ounce) package meatless burger crumbles, thawed
• 1/2 cup butter
• 1 small onion, diced
• 4 slices soft bread crumbs
• 1 (8 ounce) package shredded cheddar cheese
• 3 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon rubbed sage
• 1/2 cup ketchup
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup water

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. In a large skillet, melt the butter until hot and bubbly. Add the onion and cook for 3 minutes, or until onions have become translucent.
2. Add the vegetarian meat crumbles to the skillet and cook for 5 minutes, stirring often, until meat crumbles have thawed.
3. Transfer the vegetarian meat mixture to a mixing bowl. Add the fresh bread cubes, garlic powder, sage, cheese, and eggs. Stir with a mixing spoon until well combined.
4. Transfer the meatloaf mixture to a loaf pan that has been sprayed with cooking spray. Pack the meatloaf into the loaf pan tightly.
5. In a small mixing bowl, combine the ketchup, brown sugar, and water, stirring until the sugar has dissolved.
6. Spread the sauce topping evenly over the vegetarian meatloaf and bake for 1 hour, until loaf has browned and is cooked through.

Notes

Tips and Substitutions

• Place the vegetarian meatloaf pan on top of a cookie sheet lined with foil to help prevent spillage onto the oven floor.
• Substitute your favorite barbecue sauce for the ketchup topping
• Add a teaspoon of mustard to the ketchup topping
• Replace the vegetarian beef crumbles with 2 cans of chickpeas, coarsely chopped.
• Add and cook 1/2 cup of green or red bell pepper with the onion mixture

Nutrition Information

Yield

10
Amount Per Serving Calories 246Total Fat 14gSaturated Fat 7gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 5gCholesterol 84mgSodium 380mgCarbohydrates 25gFiber 1gSugar 13gProtein 6g

Nutrition information is provided as a courtesy but will vary depending on the specific brands of ingredients you use. Please consult with your doctor regarding specific health needs.

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