Spaghetti with Eggplant “Meatballs” and Tomato Sauce
When Meatless Monday hits, you’ll want to try these vegetarian “meatballs” with your pasta!
Ingredients
- 1 eggplant, about 1 1/4 lb (565 g), peeled and diced
- 2 tbsp (30 ml) olive oil
- 1/4 cup (30 g) breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp ground chia seeds
- 3 garlic cloves, chopped
- 1 bay leaf
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 2 tbsp (30 ml) olive oil
- 1 can (28 oz/796 ml) crushed plum tomatoes
- 3/4 lb (340 g) spaghetti
- Basil leaves (optional)
- Vegan Parmesan (optional)
Instructions
- With the rack in the middle position, preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- On the baking sheet, toss the eggplant with the oil. Season with salt and pepper. Roast for 20 minutes, stirring once. Let cool.
- Transfer the eggplant to a bowl, reserving the baking sheet. With a potato masher, mash the eggplant until smooth. Add the breadcrumbs and ground chia. Season with salt and pepper. With lightly oiled hands, form the mixture into balls using about 1 tbsp for each one. Place on the reserved baking sheet. Bake for 10 minutes, stirring halfway through.
When Meatless Monday hits, you’ll want to try these vegetarian “meatballs” with your pasta!