High Protein Vegan Lentil Meat Balls with Tomato Sauce
Makes: 12 Mini Meatballs
These are so good, even a carnivore will love them! Protein packed lentils, gluten free oats, and spices keeps you from all the unhealthy vices! Quick and easy to put together, these vegan lentil meatballs are packed with flavor and are perfect for anyone craving a plant-based twist on a classic comfort dish.
Whether you’re fully plant-based or just exploring meatless meals, this recipe is easy, satisfying, and sure to become a go-to favorite!
These are so good, even a carnivore will love them! Protein packed lentils, gluten free oats, and spices keeps you from all the unhealthy vices! Quick and easy to put together, these vegan lentil meatballs are packed with flavor and are perfect for anyone craving a plant-based twist on a classic comfort dish.
Whether you’re fully plant-based or just exploring meatless meals, this recipe is easy, satisfying, and sure to become a go-to favorite!
Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked Black Lentils
- 1/4 cup of finely diced onion
- 1/2 cup oats ground
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon coconut aminos
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 sweet onion, finely diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 13.8 ounce box of chopped pomi tomatoes (salt free) Or 14 ounces of fresh tomatoes, peeled and chopped
- 2 tablespoon tomato paste
- 2 tablespoon unsweetened oat milk
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup, or more to taste
Directions
- Mash lentils (leave slight texture)
- In the bowl of a food processer, add the lentils and all the other ingredients.
- Mix well to combine
- Roll bite size balls and place on a parchment lined sheet pan
Bake @ 375°F in a convection oven for about 15 minutes, flipping over halfway through. The balls should be a bit stiff to the touch.
- Saute the onion in a bit of veggie stock or water until translucent. Add in garlic and saute until fragrant. Add in cumin and chili powder for a minute until lightly toasted.
- Add in all other ingredients and simmer for 10 minutes or until thickened and reduced a bit. Add more maple syrup if needed.
- Place meatballs in pan with sauce and coat and serve!
