Nourish Loaf

A protein-rich vegan & gluten-free main — built for modern menus.

Sliced vegan and gluten-free Nourish Loaf on a vibrant, floral-patterned plate, showcasing a hearty blend of vegetables and grains.

More guests are asking for plant-based options. Not just salads. Not just sides. They want hearty, flavourful mains that feel satisfying and intentional.

Enter the Nourish Loaf — a centrepiece dish that ticks all the boxes for modern foodservice:

✅ Vegan

✅ Gluten-free

✅ High in protein

✅ Affordable to batch prep

✅ Made from real, whole-food ingredients

🍴 Why it works for chefs & operators

• Menu versatility: Serve hot with gravy or cold in wraps and deli-style sandwiches

• Meal prep friendly: Holds its shape, slices cleanly, and freezes beautifully

• Sustainability aligned: Uses low-impact ingredients like lentils, quinoa & seeds

• Allergen-aware: Free from meat, dairy, eggs, nuts & gluten — inclusive by design

Nourish Loaf

• 1 cup cooked lentils

• 1 cup cooked quinoa

• 1 cup gluten-free rolled oats

• ½ cup sunflower seeds

• ¼ cup ground flaxseed

• 2 tbsp psyllium husk

• 2 tbsp nutritional yeast

• 1 tbsp tamari

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• Spices: 1 tsp each salt, black pepper, smoked paprika

• ½ tsp turmeric,

• 1 tsp dried herbs (e.g. thyme/oregano)

Vegetables (finely diced & sautéed):

• 1 small onion, 2 garlic cloves

• ½ cup carrot, ½ cup bell pepper

• ¼ cup sun-dried tomatoes

Directions

1. Mix lentils, quinoa, oats, seeds, flaxseed, psyllium, nutritional yeast & seasonings.

2. Combine veg into dry mix. Add tamari & olive oil. Mix into a thick dough.

3. Press into lined loaf pan. Top with herbs or seeds.

4. Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 50–60 mins. Cool completely before slicing if serving cold

   Happy Cooking 👩‍🍳👩‍🍳👩‍🍳

Anna proudly displays a colorful plate of her homemade vegan gluten-free nut loaf, seasoned with a vibrant array of vegetables.