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Easy Lentil Meatballs

Main Dish

4 servings (makes 16 meatballs)
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 25 minutes

Ingredients

  • 11 can (15 oz) lentils, drained and rinsed
  • 21/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 31/4 cup Parmesan cheese
  • 41 egg
  • 52 cloves garlic, minced
  • 61 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 71/2 tsp salt
  • 81/4 tsp black pepper
  • 92 tbsp olive oil
  • 102 cups marinara sauce

Instructions

1

Preheat oven to 375°F.

2

In a bowl, mash lentils until partially broken down (some texture should remain).

3

Add breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until combined.

4

Form into 16 meatballs.

5

Heat olive oil in a skillet and brown meatballs on all sides, about 8-10 minutes total.

6

Transfer to a baking dish and pour marinara sauce over them.

7

Bake for 15 minutes until heated through.

8

Serve over pasta or with crusty bread.

💡 Chef's Tips

  • • Use fresh ingredients from Charleston Discount Grocery for the best results
  • • Don't skip the prep work - mise en place makes cooking easier
  • • Taste as you go and adjust seasonings to your preference
  • • Most of these recipes can be made ahead and reheated
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