Delicious Homemade Vegan Meatballs Recipe
The most delicious homemade vegan meatballs is what you're about to experience with this recipe. Though a very simple vegan meatballs recipe, the result is not simple but very rich and delicious.
Equipment
- Food processor or blender
- Baking sheet or skillet
- Parchment paper (if baking)
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked lentils brown or green, drained well
- 1 cup rolled oats blended into a coarse flour
- 1/2 cup finely chopped walnuts
- 1/2 small onion finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed + 2.5 tbsp water flax egg
- Olive oil spray for baking or pan-frying
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper (if baking).
- Make the flax egg: Combine ground flaxseed and water in a small bowl. Let it sit for 5–10 minutes until thickened.
Prepare the base:
- In a skillet, heat a teaspoon of oil over medium heat. Sauté onions for 3–4 minutes until soft. Add garlic and cook for another minute. Remove from heat.
Combine ingredients:
- In a food processor, pulse lentils, oats, walnuts, sautéed onion and garlic, tomato paste, soy sauce, herbs, paprika, flax egg, and salt & pepper.
- Pulse until the mixture holds together but still has some texture (not a paste).
Form meatballs:
- Roll the mixture into 1.5-inch balls using your hands or a cookie scoop.
Cook options:
- Bake: Place on baking sheet, lightly spray with oil, and bake for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Pan-fry: Heat oil in a skillet and fry meatballs over medium heat, turning to brown all sides (about 10–12 minutes total).
Serve:
- Serve with marinara sauce and pasta, on subs, or with a side of roasted veggies.
Nutrition
Calories: 180kcal
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