Vegan Lentil Meatballs High Protein: A Flavorful Boost!
These vegan lentil meatballs are packed with protein and flavor, making them a perfect addition to any meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cooked lentils
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup nutritional yeast
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine cooked lentils, breadcrumbs, nutritional yeast, onion, garlic, soy sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Mash the mixture until well combined but still slightly chunky.
- Form the mixture into small balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Drizzle olive oil over the meatballs.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, turning halfway through, until golden brown.
- Serve with your favorite sauce or pasta.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider adding chopped herbs like parsley or basil.
- These meatballs can be frozen for later use.
- Adjust the seasoning to taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 meatball
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg