YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Hearty Baked Lentil Meatballs with Marinara
Enjoy a satisfying twist on classic meatballs with hearty lentils, oats, and a blend of savory spices, baked to perfection and served with a vibrant marinara sauce. This dish offers a comforting, wholesome, and protein-packed option perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
INGREDIENTS
1 cup cooked lentils (200g)
1 whole egg (50g)
1 egg white (33g)
1/4 cup rolled oats (20g)
1/2 cup marinara sauce (125g)
1/3 medium onion diced (~40g)
1 clove garlic, minced
2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Salt & Pepper to taste
PREPARATION
Preheat the oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, mash the cooked lentils slightly with a fork, leaving some texture for bite.
Add the whole egg, egg white, and rolled oats to the lentils. Stir in the diced onion, minced garlic, chopped parsley, and Italian seasoning. Season with salt and pepper.
Mix all ingredients thoroughly until the mixture is well combined. If the mixture feels too wet, add a bit more oats; if too dry, add a splash of water.
Scoop portions of the mixture and form small meatballs (about the size of a golf ball). Place them evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake the meatballs for 20-25 minutes, turning them halfway through for even browning.
While the meatballs are baking, gently warm the marinara sauce in a small saucepan over low heat.
Once the meatballs are cooked through and slightly crisp on the outside, serve them warm topped with the marinara sauce.
Garnish with extra parsley if desired and enjoy!