Mini Lentil Meatballs

Lentils are a great source of plant-based protein and are commonly used as a meat substitute in vegetarian dishes.

This is vegetarian, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 40 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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Mini Lentil Meatballs

Cooking Method: Baking, Pan frying Cuisine: Italian, Mediterranean Courses: Appetizer, Lunch, Main Course Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 20 min Total Time 40 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup Cooked lentils
• 1 cup Bread crumbs
• 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 unit Egg
• 2 clove Minced garlic
• 2 tablespoon Chopped fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Salt
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• ¹⁄₂ cup Marinara sauce
• 4 leaves Fresh basil leaves

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked lentils, bread crumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, chopped fresh parsley, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
3. Shape the mixture into mini meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
4. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
5. Transfer the meatballs to a baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.
6. Serve the mini lentil meatballs with marinara sauce and fresh basil leaves.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 30g10%

Sugars 3g

Protein 15g30%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.