Vegan Meatballs Recipe: A Delicious And Nutritious Alternative

Introduction

Ingredients

• 1 cup of cooked lentils
• 1 cup of cooked quinoa
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon of olive oil
• 1 tablespoon of tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon of soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon of dried oregano
• 1 tablespoon of dried basil
• 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon of salt
• 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
• 1/2 cup of breadcrumbs

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a large bowl, mash the cooked lentils with a fork or a potato masher.
3. Add the cooked quinoa to the bowl and mix well with the lentils.
4. In a pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic and sauté until translucent.
5. Add the tomato paste, soy sauce, oregano, basil, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper to the pan and stir well.
6. Add the onion mixture to the lentil and quinoa mixture and mix well.
7. Add the breadcrumbs to the bowl and mix until everything is well combined.
8. Using your hands, form the mixture into small balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
9. Bake the vegan meatballs in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until they are golden brown.
10. Remove the meatballs from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 230
• Protein: 12g
• Carbohydrates: 36g
• Fiber: 8g
• Sugar: 3g
• Fat: 4g
• Saturated Fat: 0.5g
• Sodium: 698mg

Conclusion