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Sunday, February 9, 2025

Lentil meatballs

 










Ingredients (Makes ~16 Meatballs):


1 cup cooked lentils (green or brown, drained well)


1/2 cup rolled oats (or almond flour for gluten-free)


1/2 small onion, finely chopped


2 cloves garlic, minced


1 tbsp olive oil


1 tbsp tomato paste


1 tsp dried oregano


1 tsp smoked paprika


1/2 tsp cumin


1/2 tsp salt


1/2 tsp black pepper


1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped


1 flax egg (1 tbsp ground flaxseed + 2.5 tbsp water, mixed and set for 5 min)



Instructions:


1. Prepare the Lentil Mixture:


1. In a pan, heat 1 tbsp olive oil and sauté onion and garlic until soft (~3 min).



2. In a food processor, pulse cooked lentils, oats, tomato paste, and seasonings until slightly chunky but not a paste.



3. Transfer to a bowl and mix in flax egg and parsley. Let it rest for 10 minutes to firm up.




2. Form & Cook the Meatballs:


1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment.



2. Roll the mixture into small balls (~1 inch each) and place them on the sheet.



3. Lightly brush with olive oil and bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and firm.




3. Serve & Enjoy!


Toss with marinara sauce and serve over zucchini noodles or spaghetti.


Pair with a tahini or yogurt dip for a Mediterranean twist.


Use in wraps or grain bowls.



Would you like a different seasoning profile, like spicy or smoky?


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