VEGGIE BALLS
Provided by Daniel Holzman
Categories Mushroom Appetizer Bake Super Bowl Vegetarian Lentil Party Sugar Conscious Pescatarian Peanut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes about 2 dozen 1 1/2-inch balls
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Combine the lentils and 2 quarts water in a medium stockpot and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to low and simmer until the lentils are soft (but not falling apart), about 25 minutes. Drain the lentils and allow to cool.
- Add 1/4 cup of the olive oil to a large frying pan and sauté the onions, carrots, celery, garlic, thyme, and salt over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, for about 10 minutes, until the vegetables are tender and just beginning to brown. Add the tomato paste and continue to cook, stirring constantly, for 3 minutes. Add the mushrooms and cook, stirring frequently, for 15 more minutes, or until all the liquid is absorbed. Transfer the mixture to a large bowl and allow to cool to room temperature. When cool, add the lentils to the vegetable mixture.
- Add the eggs, Parmesan, bread crumbs, parsley, and walnuts to the cooled vegetable mixture and mix by hand until thoroughly incorporated. Place in the refrigerator for 25 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Drizzle the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil into a 9×13-inch baking dish and use your hand to evenly coat the entire surface. Set aside.
- Roll the mixture into round, golf ball-size meatballs (about 1 1/2 inches), making sure to pack the vegetable mixture firmly. Place the balls in the prepared baking dish, allowing 1/4-inch of space between the balls and place them in even rows vertically and horizontally to form a grid.
- Roast for 30 minutes, or until the meatballs are firm and cooked through.
- Allow the meatballs to cool for 5 minutes in the baking dish before serving.
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Loken Panday
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. These veggie balls are a lifesaver.
Mmamosa Makgonanyane
[email protected]These veggie balls are the best I've ever had. They're so moist and flavorful.
Pawan Khanal
[email protected]I've never had veggie balls before, but these were amazing. I'll definitely be making them again.
Wendy Totten
[email protected]These veggie balls are the perfect finger food. They're great for parties and potlucks.
Alaia Jennings
[email protected]I love that these veggie balls can be made ahead of time. It makes them a great option for busy weeknights.
skyflewa
[email protected]These veggie balls are a great way to save money on groceries. They're made with affordable ingredients.
Sharonda Pommells
[email protected]I'm not a vegetarian, but I love these veggie balls. They're so delicious and flavorful.
sipho radebe
[email protected]These veggie balls are a great way to sneak vegetables into my kids' meals. They love them!
Trisha Vickers
[email protected]I love the crispy texture of these veggie balls. They're so addictive!
Jani Baba
[email protected]These veggie balls are the perfect comfort food. They're warm, hearty, and satisfying.
m nazeer
[email protected]I've made these veggie balls several times now and they're always a hit. They're a great way to get my family to eat more vegetables.
Dusty Ismail
[email protected]These veggie balls are so versatile. You can serve them with spaghetti, rice, or even mashed potatoes.
Jada Yang
[email protected]I love that these veggie balls are baked instead of fried. It makes them a healthier option.
Muazu Aminu
[email protected]These veggie balls are a great way to use up leftover vegetables. I always have a bunch of veggies that need to be used up and these veggie balls are a great way to do it.
Oluchi Oguanya
[email protected]I made these veggie balls for my meat-loving husband and he was surprised at how much he liked them. He said they were even better than the beef meatballs he usually eats.
Ahmad Mumtaaz
[email protected]These veggie balls are the perfect appetizer or snack. They're also great for parties and potlucks.
Cervantes Cervantes
[email protected]I'm always looking for new vegetarian recipes and these veggie balls definitely fit the bill. They're easy to make and they taste great.
Cazanova ana
[email protected]I love that these veggie balls are made with simple ingredients that I can find at my local grocery store.
Christopher Rodriguez
[email protected]These veggie balls are a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. They're so tasty that they won't even realize they're eating healthy.
mdah papon
[email protected]I tried making these veggie balls and they turned out delicious! The texture was perfect and the flavor was amazing. I served them with spaghetti and marinara sauce and it was a hit with my family.