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Lentil Bites recipe

Lentil Bites

These delicious lentil bites are perfect for any occasion. Packed with nutrients and bursting with flavor, they're a tasty alternative to conventional snacks. Easy to prepare and bake, they promise to be a hit with family and friends!

Ratings 4.7 from 3 votes
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Difficulty Beginner
Time
Prep Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Total Time: 20 mins
Servings 10
Estimated Cost $  5
Calories 150
Best Season Suitable throughout the year
Dietary Gluten-Free
Description

These delicious lentil bites are perfect for any occasion. Packed with nutrients and bursting with flavor, they're a tasty alternative to conventional snacks. Easy to prepare and bake, they promise to be a hit with family and friends!

Ingredients for Lentil Bites
    Main Ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil
  • 0.5 medium Onion
  • 2 medium Garlic cloves
  • 1 cup Cooked lentils (Well drained)
  • 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
  • 0.5 medium Red bell pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Grated Parmesan cheese (Finely grated)
  • 2 tablespoons Parsley (Chopped)
Instructions
    Preparation Steps
  1. Prepare the oven

    Preheat the oven to 180°C.

  2. Sauté onion

    Sauté the chopped onion in a drizzle of olive oil and set aside.

  3. Blend lentils

    Blend the well-drained cooked lentils in a blender.

  4. Mix ingredients

    Add the blended lentils, grated Parmesan cheese, diced red bell pepper, sautéed onion, garlic, oregano, and parsley to the blender and process until well mixed.

  5. Shape into bites

    With your hands, form the mixture into bite-sized balls.

  6. Bake the bites

    Place the lentil bites on a baking tray and bake for 10 minutes.

  7. Serve

    Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 10

Amount Per Serving
Calories 474kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 19.3g30%
Saturated Fat 4.8g24%
Trans Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 13mg5%
Sodium 233.7mg10%
Potassium 1032.5mg30%
Total Carbohydrate 52.3g18%
Dietary Fiber 18.6g75%
Sugars 8.6g
Protein 26.4g53%
Vitamin A 164.74 IU
Vitamin C 95.20 mg
Calcium 311.26 mg
Iron 8.13 mg
Vitamin D 0.09 IU
Vitamin E 3.40 IU
Vitamin K 145.91 mcg
Thiamin 0.42 mg
Riboflavin 0.29 mg
Niacin 2.98 mg
Vitamin B6 0.70 mg
Folate 411.60 mcg
Vitamin B12 0.22 mcg
Phosphorus 531.89 mg
Magnesium 100.10 mg
Zinc 3.45 mg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

These lentil bites can be served with a dipping sauce if desired.

Keywords: lentil, snack, vegetarian, healthy, quick
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