Description
Vegan meatballs are a delightful, heartwarming dish that satisfies cravings for comfort food without any meat. These savory bites are crafted from wholesome ingredients like lentils and breadcrumbs, delivering a rich flavor profile and hearty texture. Infused with aromatic herbs and spices, these plant-based meatballs are not only nutritious but also versatile, making them perfect for various meals. Serve them over spaghetti with marinara sauce, pile them into a sub sandwich, or crumble them into tacos for a fun twist. Easy to prepare and incredibly satisfying, these vegan meatballs promise to impress even the most discerning palates at your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cooked lentils
- 1 cup whole grain breadcrumbs (or gluten-free)
- 1 tablespoon flaxseed meal + 2.5 tablespoons water (flax egg)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the flax egg by mixing flaxseed meal with water; let it sit for 5-10 minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked lentils, breadcrumbs, minced garlic, diced onion, dried oregano, salt, pepper, and the flax egg. Mix until well combined.
- Form small balls (about 1 inch in diameter) from the mixture and place them on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown on the outside and tender inside.
Notes
- Experiment with different herbs or add vegetables like grated carrots or zucchini for added nutrition.
- Try serving with various sauces such as marinara or barbecue to keep meals exciting.
- Leftover vegan meatballs can be refrigerated for up to five days or frozen for future meals.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg