Directions:
- Combine the lentils and 2 quarts water in a medium stockpot and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to low and simmer until the lentils are soft (but not falling apart), about 25 minutes. Drain the lentils and allow to cool.
- Add 1/4 cup of the olive oil to a large frying pan and sauté the onions, carrots, celery, garlic, thyme, and salt over medium high heat, stirring frequently, for about 10 minutes, until the vegetables are tender and just beginning to brown.
- Add the tomato paste and continue to cook, stirring constantly, for 3 minutes. Add the mushrooms and cook, stirring frequently, for 15 more minutes, or until all the liquid is absorbed. Transfer the mixture to a large bowl and allow to cool to room temperature.
- Add the eggs, Parmesan, bread crumbs, parsley, and walnuts to the cooled vegetables and mix by hand until thoroughly incorporated. Place in the refrigerator for 25 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Drizzle the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil into a 9 x 13- inch baking dish and use your hand to evenly coat the entire surface. Set aside.
- Roll the mixture into round, golf ball size meatballs (about 11/2 inches), making sure to pack the vegetable mixture firmly. Place the balls in the prepared baking dish, allowing 1/4 inch of space between the balls and in even rows vertically and horizontally to form a grid. The meatballs should be touching one another.
- Roast for 30 minutes, or until the meatballs are firm and cooked through. Allow the meatballs to cool for 5 minutes in the baking dish before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per 1 Serving | |||
| Calories | 256.08 Kcal (1072 kJ) | ||
| Calories from fat | 102.97 Kcal | ||
| % Daily Value* | |||
| Total Fat | 11.44g | 18% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 50.17mg | 17% | |
| Sodium | 510.56mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 537.01mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbs | 25.6g | 9% | |
| Sugars | 3.01g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.43g | 46% | |
| Protein | 13.51g | 27% | |
| Vitamin C | 8.1mg | 14% | |
| Vitamin A | 0.1mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 3.5mg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 93.5mg | 9% | |
| Amount Per 100 g | |||
| Calories | 199.58 Kcal (836 kJ) | ||
| Calories from fat | 80.25 Kcal | ||
| % Daily Value* | |||
| Total Fat | 8.92g | 18% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 39.1mg | 17% | |
| Sodium | 397.91mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 418.53mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbs | 19.95g | 9% | |
| Sugars | 2.35g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.91g | 46% | |
| Protein | 10.53g | 27% | |
| Vitamin C | 6.3mg | 14% | |
| Vitamin A | 0.1mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 2.7mg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 72.9mg | 9% | |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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