March 21, 2019 · 39 Comments

Lentil Meatballs

Name: Lentil Meatballs
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 1 cup dry green lentils; 1/4 cup gluten free oats; 1 flax egg; 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 1 teaspoon oregano; 1 tablespoon dried parsley; 1 1/2 tablespoon garlic (minced and divided); 1 teaspoon onion powder; 1 1/2 teaspoons salt (divided); 1 teaspoon pepper; 1 tablespoon ground flaxmeal; 3 tablespoons water

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Lentil meatballs are a delicious, hearty vegan alternative to meatballs. These lentil meatballs are tender, full of flavor and filling.

Looking for more traditional meatball recipes? Check out my recipes for Italian Meatballs, Chicken Meatballs, Instant Pot Meatballs, or Swedish Meatballs.

I adore meatballs.

And so does my entire family–but my little girl only likes meatless meatballs.

Hence the need to create a meatball that is delicious, hearty, and meat free.

Lentil Meatballs

These lentil meatballs are not only meat free, but they happen to be vegan as well. But most importantly they are full of INCREDIBLE flavor.

Lentils really are a great substitute for meat in so many dishes, as they are full or protein and have a great hearty texture. Lentils also come with the added benefit of being gluten-free, full of fiber and iron. And when blended up in a food processor, lentils are the perfect base for meatless meatball.

How to Make Vegetarian Meatballs

Step One: Prepare Lentils

Cook green lentils according to package directions.
Allow to cool slightly.

Be sure to use GREEN lentils for the best texture.

Step Two: Make Flax Egg Substitute

While lentils are cooking, mix together one tablespoon ground flaxseed meal with three tablespoons of water.
Mix together, and let sit for 15 minutes to thicken.

I use a flax egg to keep these vegetarian meatballs vegan as well, but you can use a regular egg.

Step Three: Process Lentil Meatballs

Add lentils, oats, flax egg, and seasonings to food processor.
Process until well combined.

Step Four: Roll Meatballs

Grease a baking sheet with a thin layer of olive oil.
Using a cookie scoop, portion out 1 tablespoon of lentil mixture out and roll into ball and place on greased baking pan.

Step Five: Bake Meatballs

Bake for 15 minutes until meatballs are browned.

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Lentil Meatballs

These Lentil Meatballs are meatless, gluten free, dairy free, and vegan, yet still full of incredible flavor.

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Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Keyword: Lentil Meatballs

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 40 minutes

Servings:

Calories: 141kcal

Author: Kristen Chidsey

Ingredients

1 cup dry green lentils
1/4 cup gluten free oats
1 flax egg
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon oregano
1 tablespoon dried parsley
1 1/2 tablespoon garlic minced and divided
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 1/2 teaspoons salt divided
1 teaspoon pepper

Flax Egg

1 tablespoon ground flaxmeal
3 tablespoons water

Instructions

Prepare lentils according to package directions and allow to slightly cool.
While lentils are cooking prepare flax egg by mixing together flaxmeal with water and let sit for 15 minutes.
Preheat oven to 400 degrees and lightly brush sheet pan with olive oil or cooking spray.
Process lentils, oats, flax egg, red pepper flakes, oregano, parsley, onion powder, pepper, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1 tablespoon garlic together in food processor until just combined.
Shape mixture into 1 inch balls and place on baking sheet. Bake for 15 minutes, or until just browned.
Serve meatballs with marinara sauce if desired.

Notes

Feel free to use regular egg in place of flax egg.
Use certified gluten free oats to keep these meatballs gluten free.
Be sure to use green, not red lentils, for the best texture.

Nutrition Facts

Lentil Meatballs

Amount Per Serving

Calories 141 Calories from Fat 9

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 1g 2%

Sodium 589mg 25%

Potassium 348mg 10%

Total Carbohydrates 23g 8%

Dietary Fiber 11g 44%

Protein 9g 18%

Vitamin A 1.2%

Vitamin C 3%

Calcium 3.7%

Iron 16.2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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