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Vegan Nut Roast

Vegan Nut Roast
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This hearty and wholesome Vegan Nut Roast is a perfect centerpiece for holiday celebrations or any comforting meal. Made with a blend of nuts, vegetables, herbs, and plant-based binders, it offers rich flavors, satisfying textures, and is adaptable for various dietary needs including gluten-free options. Easy to prepare and full of warmth, it’s ideal for vegans, vegetarians, or anyone looking for a delicious plant-based dish.

Ingredients

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Nuts and Seeds

  • 1 cup mixed nuts (walnuts, almonds, cashews), roughly chopped
  • Optional: pumpkin seeds or sunflower seeds to replace some nuts

Vegetables

  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 medium carrots, chopped
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • Optional: 1 cup finely chopped mushrooms

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 3/4 cup breadcrumbs (gluten-free if needed)
  • 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed

Liquids and Seasonings

  • 3/4 cup vegetable broth
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce or tamari
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Fresh herbs: 1 teaspoon each of chopped rosemary, thyme, and parsley
  • Optional spices: smoked paprika, cumin, or chili flakes to taste
  • Optional sweet additions: 1/4 cup dried cranberries or chopped apricots

Instructions

  1. Prepare Nuts and Oats: Roughly chop the mixed nuts and toast them lightly in a dry skillet until aromatic and golden. Toast oats alongside to enhance their nutty flavor, then set both aside to cool.
  2. Sauté Aromatics and Vegetables: Heat olive oil in a pan and gently sauté chopped onions, garlic, carrots, celery, and optional mushrooms until soft and fragrant, forming a savory base for the roast.
  3. Combine Binding Ingredients: Mix ground flaxseed with 6 tablespoons warm water and let sit to create a gel-like flax egg. In a separate bowl, whisk together soy sauce or tamari, vegetable broth, and olive oil.
  4. Mix Everything Together: In a large bowl, combine toasted nuts and oats with sautéed vegetables, breadcrumbs, fresh herbs, and any optional spices or dried fruit. Pour in the flax egg and broth mixture, then stir thoroughly until well combined but not mushy.
  5. Shape and Bake: Transfer the mixture into a lined loaf tin, pressing firmly to eliminate air pockets. Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 45-55 minutes until golden brown and firm to the touch. Let cool for 10-15 minutes before slicing.

Notes

  • Toast nuts and oats to unlock deeper, richer flavor.
  • Do not over-mix to avoid a dense roast; stir just until combined.
  • Let the loaf rest after baking to set and slice cleanly.
  • Use fresh herbs (rosemary, thyme, parsley) for best flavor.
  • Adjust moisture by adding vegetable broth if dry, or breadcrumbs if too wet.
  • For gluten-free, use gluten-free oats and breadcrumbs.
  • Optional additions include smoked paprika, cumin, chili flakes, mushrooms, or dried fruit for customized flavor.

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