Vegan Meatloaf

Name: Vegan Meatloaf
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: Ingredients; 1 (15 oz) can lentils, drained and rinsed (or 1 1/2 cups cooked lentils); 1 cup walnuts, finely chopped; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 small onion, finely chopped; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 medium carrot, grated; 1/2 cup mushrooms, finely chopped (optional); 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1 tablespoon soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free); 2 tablespoons ground flaxseed mixed with 5 tablespoons water (flax egg); 3/4 cup breadcrumbs (or oat flour for gluten-free); 1/2 cup ketchup (for topping)