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Vegan Lentil “Meatballs” with Tomato Sauce

Vegan Lentil “Meatballs” with Tomato Sauce

Vegan Lentil “Meatballs” with Tomato Sauce
Servings
4 servings
Prep
20 min
Cook
25 min

Ingredients

  • 1 cup cooked lentils
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs — use gluten-free if needed
  • 1 small onion — finely diced
  • 2 cloves garlic — minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 cup tomato sauce — for serving
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil — for baking or frying

Instructions

  1. 1Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. 2In a mixing bowl, mash cooked lentils with diced onion, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, salt, black pepper, oregano, and basil until combined but still slightly chunky.
  3. 3Form the mixture into small meatballs (about 12–16 depending on size).
  4. 4Place meatballs on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and bake for 20–25 minutes, turning halfway through until golden brown.
  5. 5Heat tomato sauce in a skillet over medium heat.
  6. 6Add baked lentil meatballs to the sauce and simmer for 5 minutes to coat.
  7. 7Serve warm with pasta, rice, or as a sandwich filling.
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