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Vegetarian Lentil Meatballs

Delicious Vegetarian Lentil Meatballs for Easy Home Cooking

Try these Vegetarian Lentil Meatballs for a low-fat, nutritious meal that's delicious and easy to make.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 cup cooked lentils canned or dried
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning or any favorite spice blend
  • 1/4 cup nutritional yeast optional for cheesy taste
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs or gluten-free alternative
  • 2 tbsp olive oil for moisture
  • 1 egg optional for binding
  • 2 cloves garlic fresh or powder
  • 1 small onion fresh or powder

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Pot
  • fork

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare your baking sheet.
  2. Rinse and cook dried lentils until tender or drain canned lentils.
  3. Combine lentils, Italian seasoning, nutritional yeast, breadcrumbs, and egg in a bowl, mash until integrated.
  4. Roll the mixture into 1.5-inch meatballs and place on the baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway for even cooking.
  6. Let cool slightly and serve with sauce or in a sub roll.

Nutrition

Serving: 4meatballsCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 8gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 210mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Store uncooked meatballs in the fridge for 1-2 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

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