Beyond Meat Meatloaf

Name: Beyond Meat Meatloaf
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 90 min
Total time: 120 min
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons of flax meal; 6 tablespoons of water; ½ cup of plant-based milk; ½ cup of breadcrumbs; 1 teaspoon of olive oil; 1 medium red onion, (finely diced); 2 garlic cloves, (minced); 2 pounds of Beyond Meat; 1 tablespoon ketchup; 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika; 1 teaspoon of dry oregano; ¼ cup of fresh parsley, (chopped); 1 teaspoon salt; 1 cup of ketchup; 1 tablespoon of chili powder; ¼ cup of mustard; 1 tablespoon brown sugar

Published: Aug 28, 2023 · Modified: Feb 7, 2025 by Toni · This post may contain affiliate links

This Beyond Meat Meatloaf is juicy, tender, satisfying, and super comforting – Made entirely of plant-based ingredients with a sweet and tangy tomato glaze. It’s perfect for family dinners and the holidays!

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Cozy and Comforting Super Juicy Beyond Meat Meatloaf
The Ingredients
How to Make Beyond Meat Meatloaf
FAQs
Top Recipe Tips
What to Serve with Vegan Meatloaf?
Storage Recommendations
Beyond Meat Meatloaf

Cozy and Comforting Super Juicy Beyond Meat Meatloaf

In my years of veganism, I’ve tried several vegan meatloaf recipes, usually with ingredients like lentils, chickpeas, or mushrooms that, while delicious, aren’t going to fool anyone into thinking they’re anything other than what they are. However, with all the vegan meat alternatives now available, it’s possible to make versions like this Beyond meat meatloaf that look and taste like meat!

With a combination of Beyond Meat, a vegan egg substitute, dairy-free milk, and several seasonings all smothered in a juicy, moreish caramelized tomato glaze, this Beyond beef meatloaf tastes just like your grandma’s meatloaf but 100% vegan! It’s 'meaty', moist, juicy, tender, and super delicious while packed with cruelty-free, plant-based protein.

Once baked, this Beyond meat loaf makes the perfect addition to any family meal, roast dinner, potluck, date night, Thanksgiving, and other holidays alongside all your favorite cozy, comforting sides. I highly recommend some creamy instant pot garlic mashed potatoes, brown sugar green beans, creamy vegan sausage gravy, air fryer asparagus, and the best cauliflower stuffing.

The Ingredients

Along with Beyond Meat, this vegan meatloaf recipe relies on simple and inexpensive pantry ingredients.

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Slightly ground oats, almond flour, or chickpea flour may also work, but the amount needed may vary due to different absorbency levels

What Could I Add to this Beyond Beef Meatloaf Recipe?

Liquid smoke: A splash will add more subtle smoky depth.
Nutritional yeast: Just a small amount adds subtle flavor complexity with an umami-rich, nutty, 'cheesy' flavor.
More veggies: Add extra nutrients by adding 1-2 cups of veggies like finely diced bell pepper, shredded carrot, or celery (sauteed), corn/peas, etc.

How to Make Beyond Meat Meatloaf

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Step 1: First, combine the ground flaxseed and water in a small bowl and set it aside to thicken.

Step 2: Then, combine the flax egg, plant-based milk, and breadcrumbs in a large bowl and leave them to soak and thicken for 5-10 minutes.

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Step 3: Meanwhile, finely dice the onion and mince the garlic while you heat the oil in a small pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, sauté the onions and garlic until fragrant. Then remove it from the heat to cool down.

Step 4: Then, add the sautéed aromatics and the remaining Beyond beef meatloaf ingredients (beyond meat, ketchup, mustard, smoked paprika, oregano, parsley, and salt) to the bowl with the breadcrumb mixture and mix until well combined.

Alternatively, add everything to a food processor and pulse until combined.

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Step 5: Press the Beyond meat loaf mixture (press firmly) into a parchment-paper-lined 8x4-inch loaf pan while you preheat the oven to 350F/175C. Cover the pan with foil and bake for 60 minutes.

Step 6: Meanwhile, prepare the glaze by combining all the ingredients in a small bowl, then carefully remove the foil from the pan and spread half the sauce over the vegan meatloaf.

Leave a parchment paper overhang so removing the loaf after baking is easy.

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Step 7: Bake for an additional 30 minutes before pouring over the remaining sauce and broil it for 2-4 minutes. Finally, allow the Beyond meatloaf to sit and ‘rest’ for 15 minutes before removing it from the pan to slice and serve. Enjoy!

FAQs

Can I substitute the Beyond Meat?

If you’re unable to find Beyond Meat, making an Impossible meatloaf with Impossible meat alternative or another similar minced beef alternative (like Incogmeato) will work, too, though the flavor and texture will vary.

Is Beyond Meat gluten-free?

Yes, Beyond Meat is made with no GMOs, soy, or gluten.

Can I make a Beyond Meat loaf on a baking sheet?

If you don’t have a loaf tin, forming it into a rounder loaf shape on a tray will work too.

Top Recipe Tips

Adjust the amount of liquid: If you make any ingredient subs (i.e., using a liquid sweetener, substituting the breadcrumbs, etc.), the moisture of the loaf can differ. Adjust the amount of plant-based milk/thickener accordingly.
Pack it firmly: When you transfer the meatloaf mixture to the prepared loaf tin, pack it in firmly to ensure it is firm and holds its shape.
Adjust the shape: You can bake it into a vegan meatloaf, individual patties, or meatballs. You could also bake it in a muffin tray for about 30 minutes.
Leave it to rest: Allow the Beyond meat loaf to sit for at least 15 minutes after baking to allow it to cool slightly and firm up as it does. This makes slicing it much easier.

What to Serve with Vegan Meatloaf?

This vegan beyond meat loaf is perfect for a cozy, comforting ‘roast dinner’ and a must-have on your Thanksgiving and Christmas table, alongside:

Creamy instant pot garlic mashed potatoes or scalloped potatoes
Cream veagn sausage gravy (mushroom or brown gravy)
Vegan stuffing (the best cauliflower stuffing)
Garlic herb oven roasted vegetables
Vegan candied yams with marshmallows
Cornbread
Dairy-free green bean casserole (or brown sugar green beans)

You can also enjoy any leftover vegan meatloaf in sandwiches and wraps, crumbled/ chopped into vegan spaghetti or vegan tacos (like these vegan chorizo tacos), etc.

Storage Recommendations

Make ahead: You could prepare and press the meatloaf into the baking tin up to a day before baking it (remove it from the fridge 30 minutes before baking). I don’t recommend freezing it before baking for food safety reasons.

Store: Allow the Beyond beef meatloaf to cool and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.

Freeze: Allow it to cool, wrap it thoroughly in plastic wrap or foil, then place it in a freezer-safe Ziplock/Stasher to store for up to 3 months. Allow it to thaw in the fridge overnight before enjoying chilled or reheating.

Reheat: There are several ways you can reheat Beyond meat meatloaf, including in the oven (at 350F/175C until warm), in the microwave (for 1-2 minutes), or with a little oil in a pan.

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