Vegan Meatball Marinara Subs

Ingredients

• 1 can (15 oz) Brown Lentils
• 8 oz Cremini Mushrooms
• ½ cup Old-fashioned Oats
• 1 tbsp Italian Seasoning
• 1 tsp Garlic Powder
• 2 tbsp Soy Sauce
• 2 cups Marinara Sauce
• 4 whole Sub Rolls
• 1 tbsp Olive Oil
• ¼ cup Fresh Basil

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Sauté mushrooms in olive oil 5 minutes until moisture evaporates.
2. In a large bowl, mash lentils with a fork until mostly broken down. Add mushrooms, oats, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and soy sauce. Mix well. Season with salt to taste.
3. Roll into 16 balls. Place on a parchment-lined sheet pan. Bake 18–20 minutes, flipping halfway, until firm and golden.
4. Warm marinara sauce in a pot. Add the baked meatballs and gently toss to coat.
5. Toast sub rolls. Fill with meatballs and extra marinara. Top with fresh basil.