Bean Balls (Vegan "Meat" Balls)

1. 1

   In a food processor add the garlic, when roughly minced add in the onion and process until it is diced. Move this mixture into a large mixing bowl.

2. 2

   Finely dice the mushrooms in the food processor and add those to the mixing bowl as well.

3. 3

   Put the kidney beans (I used canned) into the food processor and blend until roughly mashed (NOT pureed). Put this into the mixing bowl as well.

4. 4

   In the food processor again, blend the oats and sunflower seeds until the consistency of bread crumbs. Add to the mixing bowl.

5. 5

   Finally, add the TVP, nutritional yeast, bay leaf, and salt to the mixing bowl. Mix all of the ingredients together until incorporated.

6. 6

   Let this mixture sit in the fridge for 30 minutes to an hour, then divide and roll into 1 inch balls. Bake for 15 minutes or until browned.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.