Vegetarian Traditional Scottish Haggis

Celebrate the flavors of Scotland with this hearty and wholesome Vegetarian Traditional Scottish Haggis. A plant-based twist on the classic dish, this recipe combines earthy mushrooms, nutty lentils, and pearl barley with toasted oats, aromatic spices, and a hint of butter to create a rich and satisfying dish. Perfectly seasoned with coriander, nutmeg, and cinnamon, this vegetarian haggis delivers the same depth of flavor as its traditional counterpart while being entirely meat-free. Baked to perfection, it develops a delightful texture, making it a comforting centerpiece for any meal. Serve it alongside neeps (mashed turnips) and tatties (mashed potatoes) for a true taste of Scotland. Whether you’re celebrating Burns Night or simply looking for a unique vegetarian dish, this recipe is a hearty and flavorful homage to Scottish culinary heritage.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 120 grams Rolled oats
• 50 grams Butter
• 1 large Onion
• 1 large Carrot
• 200 grams Mushrooms
• 120 grams Cooked lentils
• 120 grams Cooked pearl barley
• 250 milliliters Vegetable stock
• 1 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Sunflower or vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

Step 2

Toast the rolled oats in a dry skillet over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until lightly golden. Remove and set aside.

Step 3

Finely chop the onion, carrot, and mushrooms.

Step 4

In a large frying pan or skillet, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the onion and carrot, and sauté for 5 minutes until softened.

Step 5

Add the mushrooms to the pan and cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mushrooms release their moisture and soften.

Step 6

Stir in the butter, cooked lentils, and cooked pearl barley. Mix well to combine.

Step 7

Add the toasted oats, vegetable stock, ground black pepper, ground coriander, ground nutmeg, ground cinnamon, and salt. Stir thoroughly.

Step 8

Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the mixture thickens and excess liquid is absorbed.

Step 9

Transfer the mixture to a greased oven-safe dish or loaf tin and smooth the top with a spoon.

Step 10

Cover with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.

Step 11

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes to lightly brown the top.

Step 12

Let the vegetarian haggis rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. Serve with traditional accompaniments such as neeps (mashed turnips) and tatties (mashed potatoes).

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1169.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1739.4

Total Fat 89.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 30.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.3g
Cholesterol 117.5mg	0%
Sodium 3567.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 192.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 39.1g	0%
Total Sugars 23.3g
Protein 49.5g	0%

Vitamin D 8IU	0%
Calcium 256.2mg	0%
Iron 15.1mg	0%
Potassium 2985.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.5%

Protein: 11.1%

Carbs: 43.4%