Oven Fried Lentil Balls

May 24, 2023May 24, 20230 4
Oven Fried Lentil Balls
in Appetizer

Prep

10 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 cups lentils
1 quart water
1 teaspoon salt
1 egg
2 tablespoons tomato juice
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 cup breadcrumbs
3/4 cup pine nuts
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 onion
2 garlic cloves
2 teaspoons ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
cooking spray

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
350
Sugar
2g
Fat
14g
Oven Fried Lentil Balls are a delicious and healthy snack or appetizer that you can make at home. Lentils are a staple in many vegan and vegetarian diets due to their high protein content and other health benefits. These lentil balls are flavored with coriander, cumin, and pine nuts, making them a flavorful and unique option for snacking. Oven-frying lentil balls reduces the calories and fat content of traditional fried snacks, making them an ideal option for those who want to eat healthily. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauce for an extra kick of flavor.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 425°F.
2.Bring 1 quart of water to a boil in a medium pot, add salt and lentils.
3.Cook lentils for 20 minutes until tender.
4.Drain excess water and let it cool.
5.In a large bowl, mix together the cooled lentils, egg, tomato juice, tomato paste, breadcrumbs, pine nuts, and salt.
6.In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
7.Add onion and garlic and cook until fragrant.
8.Add coriander, cumin, and black pepper, cook for 1 minute.
9.Add the cooked spice mixture to the lentil mixture and mix well.
10.Form lentil mixture into balls.
11.Lightly coat a baking sheet with cooking spray and place lentil balls on it.
12.Bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown.
13.Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

PROS

These lentil balls are a great vegetarian and gluten-free option for snacks or appetizers.

They are baked, not fried, which makes them healthier than other fried options.

CONS

The lentil balls might be too dry for some people who prefer moist food.

Some people might not like the texture of the pine nuts in the lentil balls.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Lentils are rich in protein, fiber, and iron, which makes them great for heart health, digestion, and blood sugar management.
The pine nuts in this recipe are also a good source of healthy fats and antioxidants.

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