A nut roast is a savoury vegetarian bake built on chopped or ground nuts mixed with onions, herbs, breadcrumbs, and seasonings, bound with egg or a vegan alternative and baked until firm and golden. Brazil nuts, hazelnuts, walnuts, and cashews all feature, often combined with cooked lentils, mushrooms, or chestnuts for texture and depth. It is the traditional centrepiece of British vegetarian Christmas dinners and celebration meals, sliced and served with gravy and roast vegetables. Nutritionally it is protein-rich and high in unsaturated fats, though also energy-dense, so portions matter. The technique rewards attention to binding and moisture: too dry and it crumbles, too wet and it never sets. Good nut roasts balance crunch, savoury depth from browned onions and herbs, and a firm sliceable crumb.