Lentil Meatballs

Directions

1. 1
   Rinse and cook lentils according to package directions.
2. 2
   Drain. If you don’t have instructions, bring 2 cups of water to a boil in a medium sauce pan.
3. 3
   Add the lentils, cover and simmer lightly for 15-20 minutes until tender.
4. 4
   Drain off any excess water and set aside.
5. 5
   Preheat oven to 350 and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
6. 6
   Add olive oil to a saucepan and cook the diced mushrooms over low to medium heaat until they have released all moisture and turn golden (about 15 minutes). Stir often to prevent burning.
7. 7
   Add the remaining ingredients except for the oat flour to a food processor. 
8. 8
   Once mushrooms and lentils are cooked, add to food processor as well. Pulse several times until it resembles ground meat. 
9. 9
   Transfer mixture to a large mixing bowl and stir in the oat flour very well.
10. 10
    Let rest for 10 minutes for flour to absorb moisture.
11. 11
    Roll into balls a bit larger than a golf ball and spread out on baking sheet. You should get 12-15 meatballs. Mist with a light coating of olive oil cooking spray or use an oil mister to spray with a light mist of any cooking oil.
12. 12
    Bake for 20-25 minutes, rotating the tray after 10 minutes, until they are firm and golden brown.
13. 13
    Enjoy with your favourite tomato-based sauce and/or pasta of choice.