Lentil balls with spicy sauce

By the GetYourMacros team · 31 August 2026

Zesty, protein-packed lentil balls baked until firm and served with a rich, spicy tomato glaze.

• Time 30 min
• Course Main course
• Diet Vegan
• Cuisine Mediterranean
• Allergens gluten

Ingredients (1 serving)

• 80 g Dried lentils
• 25 g Breadcrumbs
• 150 g Tomato passata
• 40 g Onion
• 5 ml Extra virgin olive oil
• Chili flakes to taste
• Fresh parsley to taste
• Salt to taste

Quantities are for one serving: multiply by the number of people. Calories and macros are computed on the app's food database, ingredient by ingredient.

Method

1. Boil the dry lentils in water for about 20-25 minutes until soft, then drain and let them cool slightly.
2. Mash the lentils with a fork or pulse briefly in a blender, leaving some texture.
3. Mix the lentils with breadcrumbs, chopped parsley, and a pinch of salt until the mixture is firm enough to roll.
4. Form small balls and place them on a tray; bake at 190°C for 15-18 minutes until the exterior is crusty.
5. Meanwhile, sauté the chopped onion in a pan with olive oil, then add tomato passata and chili flakes.
6. Simmer the sauce on medium-low heat for 10 minutes until thickened.
7. Add the baked lentil balls to the sauce and toss gently for 1 minute before serving.

Tips

• Make sure the lentils are very well drained to prevent the balls from being too soft.
• These are perfect for meal prep: store them in the sauce for 3 days; the flavor deepens over time.

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