🌱 Vegan Lentil Balls (Crispy Outside, Soft Inside)

Ingredients

• 1 cup cooked lentils (brown or green), well-drained

• ½ cup breadcrumbs or oats (GF if needed)

• 1 small onion, finely chopped

• 2 garlic cloves, minced

• 2 tbsp fresh parsley or coriander, chopped

• 1 tbsp flaxseed + 2½ tbsp water (flax egg)

• 1 tsp cumin powder

• ½ tsp paprika or chili powder

• Salt & black pepper to taste

• 1–2 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

1. Mix flaxseed with water, rest 5 minutes.

2. Mash lentils (leave some texture).

3. Combine lentils, flax egg, onion, garlic, herbs, spices, and breadcrumbs.

4. Shape into small balls.

5. Cook:

   • Pan-fry: Shallow-fry in oil, turning until golden.

   • Bake: 190°C for 20–25 min, flipping halfway.

   • Air-fry: 180°C for 12–15 min.

Serving ideas

• Toss in tomato sauce with spaghetti

• Serve in pita or wraps with tahini sauce

• Dip in vegan garlic mayo or hummus

Pro tips

• Too soft? Add more breadcrumbs.

• Want extra protein? Add 2 tbsp chickpea flour.

• For desi flavor: add garam masala + green chili 🌶️