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10.20.13 Lentils

Buffalo Lentil "Meatball" Sandwich

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Buffalo Sandwich
Buffalo Lentil 'Meatball' Sandwich

I love lentil bites. They are super easy to make, freeze well for later, and can be eaten alone, with pasta, or as a sandwich (like this one!) I occasionally whip up a variation of lentil meatballs but for this sandwich, I followed Sara's recipe. The result is a moist meatball that soaks up the hot sauce. I drizzled a bit of ranch on the sandwich but I've also melted blue cheese on top before (and yes, if you like blue cheese, this is the way to go!) I would also recommend throwing a few caramelized onions on the sandwich.

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Buffalo Lentil "Meatball" Sandwich

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  • Author: Erin Alderson
  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Yield: 2 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • ½ recipe for Sara's Lentil Meatballs
  • ¼ cup Frank's Red hot
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 pieces of naan or pita
  • Lettuce for two sandwiches
  • Blue Cheese or Ranch (Optional)

Instructions

  1. Whip up the meatball recipe according to Sara's directions. While meatballs bake, combine Frank's red hot and butter in a sauce pan. Heat until butter is melted. Taste and add more butter as desired to reach a comfortable spicy/heat level.
  2. When meatballs are done, toss with the sauce. Layer spinach, then meatballs, and sprinkle (or drizzle) blue cheese or ranch. Serve while still warm.

Notes

*This sandwich works equally as well with bbq sauce!

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Buffalo Lentil Sandwich

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  1. Colleen says

    October 20, 2013 at 6:48 pm

    This recipe makes me so happy...I've been needing more healthy ways to get my buffalo sauce fix!

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  2. Pamela @ Brooklyn Farm Girl says

    October 20, 2013 at 9:49 pm

    I never had lentil meatballs but I'm going to try to make them this week, maybe add some chopped up kale too. Can't wait - thanks!

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  3. Joanne (eats well with others) says

    October 21, 2013 at 4:24 am

    I've been fantasizing about a good veggie meatball recently and I totally forgot about Sara's recipe! Shame on me. Love that you've infused it with buffalo flavor...which is one of my favorites!

    Reply
  4. Pegah Shahghasemi says

    October 21, 2013 at 8:07 am

    HI, what is Frank’s Red hot?

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    • elalderson says

      October 22, 2013 at 5:34 pm

      Hi Pegah, it's a type of hot sauce.

      Reply
  5. Julie says

    October 21, 2013 at 8:29 am

    Lentil meatballs are a great idea. I LOVE lentils!

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  6. Haley L- egginon.wordpress.com says

    October 22, 2013 at 10:25 pm

    This looks great! One of the things I miss most from my non-vegetarian days is meatballs! I'll have to try this out!
    Haley

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  7. Becky at Vintage Mixer says

    October 23, 2013 at 9:33 am

    love the idea of lentil meatballs! I'll have to give this a shot!

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  8. April says

    October 24, 2013 at 4:17 pm

    Damn lady, I can't believe I'm about to say this about fake meatballs, but those are beautiful! Can't wait to try 'em.

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  9. Ashley says

    October 28, 2013 at 8:06 am

    I've made Sara's lentil meatballs numerous times + absolutely LOVE them. My husband will be all overrr this buffalo sandwich variation. Thanks, Erin!

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  10. Carlota says

    February 28, 2014 at 1:11 am

    Erin, these meatballs are delicious! I´ve made them several times, and can´t believe how easy and tasty they are. My kids love them!

    Reply
  11. Nikki says

    April 15, 2014 at 5:16 pm

    Made this for dinner tonight and it was delicious! Thanks Erin for another fabulous recipe!

    Reply
  12. Natalia says

    July 12, 2015 at 3:54 pm

    So I made these and they were delicious, but they were very wet so I ended up making them patties and not meatballs. They had a texture almost like hummus. Wonder what I did wrong...But I guess it doesn't matter because they tasted great.

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  13. Kim says

    January 23, 2017 at 9:22 am

    This is my new favorite recipe. I am never a fan of faux meat anything really, but this sandwich was next level amazing. I used blue cheese crumbles instead of dressing and added some cooked spinach to brighten it up/up my veggie intake. Wrapped it all up in a whole wheat pita pocket.

    To say this is making it into my monthly rotation is an understatement!

    NOTE to people making the recipe: The lentil balls seemed a little wet when I was rolling them, but firmed right up when I baked them.

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  14. Mary says

    July 27, 2017 at 1:27 am

    Love your blog and recipes — I’m in a similar household. Try to make different recipes and your blog is one of my favorite. You shared so simply and easily.

    Reply

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