Ingredients
1 cup cooked lentils (green or brown)
1/2 cup cooked quinoa
1/2 cup breadcrumbs (preferably whole grain)
1/4 cup finely diced onion
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1/4 cup nutritional yeast
1/4 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
2 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
1 tbsp ground flaxseed (mixed with 3 tablespoons water)
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste
oil (for frying)
Tahini or your favorite vegan sauce (for drizzling)
Preparations
First, let’s prepare the flax egg! In a small bowl, mix the ground flaxseed with 3 tablespoons of water. Set it aside for about 5 minutes to thicken.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked lentils, quinoa, breadcrumbs, diced onion, minced garlic, nutritional yeast, chopped parsley, soy sauce, smoked paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Don’t be shy—get in there with your hands to mix!
Pour the thickened flax egg into the mixture and combine everything well until fully incorporated.
Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add a drizzle of olive oil.
While the skillet heats up, shape the mixture into small balls, around 1-2 inches in diameter.
Gently place the meatballs in the skillet without overcrowding. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, turning them occasionally until they’re golden brown all around.
Once done, remove them from the skillet and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil. Drizzle with tahini or your favorite vegan sauce just before serving. Garnish with extra parsley if you fancy.
Enjoy these lovely vegan meatballs warm on their own, as a side, or stuffed in a sandwich with some fresh veggies!
Tips
To store leftovers, place them in an airtight container in the fridge. They’ll stay fresh for about 3-4 days!
If you want to freeze them, allow them to cool completely, then place in a single layer on a baking sheet until frozen. Once frozen, transfer them to a freezer bag for up to 3 months!
For a fun serving idea, skewer them with toothpicks and serve as an appetizer with dipping sauce!
If your mixture feels too dry, add a splash of vegetable broth or a bit more soy sauce to help it stick together!
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