Lima Bean Loaf Recipe
Lima bean loaf is a delicious, nutritious and easy to make vegan dish that is perfect for a family dinner. It is made with a combination of cooked lima beans, vegetables, herbs and spices, all blended together and then baked into a loaf shape.
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Servings: 3
Calories: 318kcal
Equipment
- loaf pan
- Skillet or frying pan.
- large mixing bowl
- Saucepan or Pot
- Serving Platter or Cutting Board
Ingredients
- 1/2 onion finely diced
- 2 tablespoons of premium all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup of farm-fresh carrots finely grated
- 1/8 teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup of tender lima beans
- 1 large egg from free-range hens
- 1/2 cup of crisp celery thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup of crunchy roasted peanuts
- 1/2 cup of whole wheat bread crumbs seasoned and toasted
- 1/2 slice of creamy American cheese
- 2 tablespoons of rich unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup of wholesome skim milk
- 1/2 teaspoon of sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan and set it aside.
- Prepare Lima Beans: Boil the tender lima beans until they are tender. Drain and set them aside.
- Saute Ingredients: In a skillet over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Add the finely diced onion and thinly sliced celery. Cook until softened.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the sautéed onion and celery mixture with the boiled lima beans, grated farm-fresh carrots, seasoned whole wheat bread crumbs, sea salt, freshly ground black pepper, and skim milk. Mix well.
- Add Binding Agents: Stir in the premium all-purpose flour and the large egg. Mix until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
- Incorporate Cheese and Peanuts: Gently fold in the creamy American cheese (broken into small pieces) and the crunchy roasted peanuts into the mixture.
- Transfer Mixture to Loaf Pan: Pour the prepared mixture into the greased loaf pan, spreading it evenly.
- Bake the Loaf: Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven. Bake for about 45-50 minutes or until the top turns golden brown and the loaf is firm to the touch.
- Rest and Serve: Remove the Lima Bean Loaf from the oven and let it cool in the pan for a few minutes. Carefully transfer it to a serving platter or cutting board. Slice and serve warm.
Notes
- -Use fresh, high-quality ingredients to ensure the best flavor.
- -If you don’t have cooked quinoa on hand, you can cook some in advance.
- -You can use any type of chopped vegetables you like.
- -Feel free to add more herbs and spices to the loaf if you like.
- -To make the loaf extra flavorful, you can add some diced tomatoes or olives.
- -If you like, you can top the loaf with some vegan cheese before baking.
- -If the loaf is too dry, you can add a bit more vegetable broth.