Lentil meatballs are so good, and cooked in this way, they are also suitable for picky young children who are difficult to please. When you crave meatballs but lack minced meat, you can make them this way. The first time I made them, I was skeptical. To be honest, I almost couldn’t tell the difference between these and the veal meatballs. Maybe, and I’m going out on a limb here, I found the lentil ones tastier. This was confirmed by other members of my family. Lentils are so good for you, and who says, like other legumes, they should be consumed only in winter? No, they are always beneficial. Rich in iron and minerals, lentil meatballs help to recover when the heat wears you down.
- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Cheap
- Preparation time: 20 Minutes
- Portions: 4
- Cooking methods: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
- 7 oz Lentils
- 0.7 oz Celery
- 2 Carrots
- 4 Tomatoes
- 2 Onions (Small)
- as needed Vegetable broth powder
- 2 Eggs
- 1 clove Garlic
- as needed Parsley
- as needed Grana Padano (Grated)
- as needed Breadcrumbs
Preparation
Cook the lentils in a pot with plenty of water along with celery, carrot, tomato, onion, half a vegetable stock cube, salt, and a little extra virgin olive oil for about an hour, then drain. Let cool.
Beat the eggs, then mix them with the lentils in a bowl with finely chopped parsley and garlic, the cheese, and three tablespoons of breadcrumbs, and combine.
Spoon the mixture into a pan with hot oil and fry the meatballs on both sides for about 4-5 minutes.
Finally, serve the lentil meatballs while they are hot. They look very similar to ground meatballs, and I challenge anyone to recognize them. Eating them reveals a different taste, but they do not disappoint. They are light and nutritious.
Fried Lentil Meatballs
Place the fried lentil meatballs on a plate with paper towels before eating to absorb excess oil.
Preferably use medium-sized lentils for a more consistent mixture.
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FAQ (Questions and Answers)
Should legumes only be consumed in winter?
Lentils are so good for you, and who says, like other legumes, they should be consumed only in winter? No, they are always beneficial. Rich in iron and minerals, lentil meatballs help to recover when the heat wears you down.
