Ingredients:
1 cup green lentils, cooked and drained
1 cup breadcrumbs
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 flax egg (1 tablespoon ground flaxseed mixed with 3 tablespoons water)
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried thyme
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil (for baking)
Marinara sauce (for serving)
Instructions:
1/ Preheat Oven:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2/ Prepare Flax Egg:
In a small bowl, prepare the flax egg by mixing ground flaxseed with water. Let it sit for a few minutes until it thickens.
3/ Combine Ingredients:
In a food processor, combine cooked green lentils, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, parsley, minced garlic, flax egg, dried oregano, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Pulse until the mixture comes together.
4/ Form Meatballs:
Scoop out portions of the mixture and roll them into meatballs. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
5/ Bake:
Brush the meatballs with olive oil and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
6/ Serve:
Serve the lentil meatballs with marinara sauce or your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutritional Information (Approximate Values):
Calories: 150 per serving (3 meatballs)
Protein: 8g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Dietary Fiber: 5g
Sugars: 2g
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Sodium: 250mg
Note:
Nutritional values are approximate and may vary based on specific ingredients and serving sizes. It’s always a good idea to check the nutrition labels of individual products for accuracy.