Lentil-Mushroom Meatloaf

1 . Stage

Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Line a 9x5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper, or use a silicone loaf pan.

2 . Stage

Combine mushrooms, bell pepper, carrot, celery, onion, vegetable broth, garlic, salt, and pepper in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook until vegetables are browned, about 7 minutes.

3 . Stage

Transfer cooked vegetables to a food processor. Add cooked lentils, oats, bread crumbs, flaxseed meal, tomato paste, 1 tablespoon barbeque sauce, mustard, and parsley. Pulse until combined but chunky; don't over pulse.

4 . Stage

Place dough into the prepared loaf pan; gently press the top to form a bread shape. Cover with aluminum foil.

5 . Stage

Bake for 35 minutes. Remove aluminum foil and drizzle with additional barbeque sauce. Slice and serve.