Savor these 15-minute herb-infused lentil meatballs made from canned lentils, fresh herbs, and spices! Ideal for pastas, wraps, salads, grain bowls, and more, this vegetarian delight is the perfect addition to any dish.
In a large bowl, mix together canned lentils, minced garlic, minced onion, tomato paste, chopped parsley, dried thyme, all-purpose flour, and season with salt and black pepper.
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With your hands or a fork, gently mash the lentils, leaving some texture.
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Combine all ingredients in the bowl.
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Heat a large nonstick skillet with olive oil on medium heat.
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Scoop out and shape the lentil mixture into 1-inch meatballs using your hands.
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Place the meatballs in the skillet, leaving some space between each one. Cook in batches if necessary.
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Pan-fry the meatballs, turning them occasionally, until they are evenly browned on all sides.
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Place the cooked meatballs on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil.
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Serve the lentil meatballs warm, as a main protein for a pasta dish, in a wrap, or alongside your favorite salad or grain bowl.