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    Cookbook Review: Vegan Yack Attack On the Go! + Lentil Balls with Zesty Rice

    Published: Jul 28, 2018 · Modified: Aug 2, 2022 by Kristen Wood - This post may contain affiliate links.

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     Cookbook Review Series 03: Vegan Yack Attack On the Go! by Jackie Sobon + Lentil Balls with Zesty Rice + A Giveaway #veganyackattack #cookbookreview #lentilballs #zestyrice

    Vegan Yack Attack On the Go is the latest release from Jackie Sobon of the blog Vegan Yack Attack. Read on to learn more about this wonderful cookbook, plus grab the recipe for Jackie's Lentil Balls with Zesty Rice!

     

     Cookbook Review Series 03: Vegan Yack Attack On the Go! by Jackie Sobon + Lentil Balls with Zesty Rice + A Giveaway #veganyackattack #cookbookreview #lentilballs

    Vegan Yack Attack On the Go by Jackie Sobon is filled to the brim with plant-based recipes for those of you who need to maintain your vegan lifestyle but are also in a rush! There are no shortcuts here -- only wholesome, beautiful, and delicious meals that are approachable and perfectly timed . . .

     

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     Cookbook Review Series 03: Vegan Yack Attack On the Go! by Jackie Sobon + Lentil Balls with Zesty Rice + A Giveaway #veganyackattack #cookbookreview #lentilballs

    Where do I start with this book? It is positively GORGEOUS, for starters. Every page is filled with vibrant and inspiring imagery paired alongside some of the most mouth-wateringly creative dishes I've ever seen. Whether you're a strict vegan, or simply wanting to incorporate more plant-based dishes in your diet -- you'll be more than pleased with what you find here. And the best part? Despite their classy appearances, every recipe is easy to create and perfect for those time-crunched days.

    Why not take a peek inside . . .

    Here's a sample of the deliciousness to be found in-between the pages of Vegan Yack Attack On the Go:

     

      CREAMY BERRY-FULL POLENTA

    CREAMY BERRY-FULL POLENTA

      VANILLA CHIP BUCKWHEAT BARS  VANILLA CHIP BUCKWHEAT BARS

      GRILL AND CHILL SALAD

    GRILL AND CHILL SALAD

    (Images & Recipes Copyright  Jackie Sobon of Vegan Yack Attack; Reprinted with permission)

     And those Lentil Balls with Zesty Rice? Ohmygosh. SO good. You just have to give it a spin for yourself . . .

     

     Cookbook Review Series 03: Vegan Yack Attack On the Go! by Jackie Sobon + Lentil Balls with Zesty Rice + A Giveaway #veganyackattack #cookbookreview #lentilballs #zestyrice
     Cookbook Review Series 03: Vegan Yack Attack On the Go! by Jackie Sobon + Lentil Balls with Zesty Rice + A Giveaway #veganyackattack #cookbookreview #lentilballs #zestyrice

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    Lentil Balls with Zesty Rice

    Gluten-free, vegan, soy-free, oil-free, and sugar-free Lentil Balls with Zesty Rice reprinted with permission from Jackie Sobon of Vegan Yack Attack.
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    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: Vegan
    Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes
    Servings: 4
    Author: Kristen Wood

    Ingredients

    Lentil Balls

    • 2 cans black or brown lentils, drained and rinsed 30 ounces, or 850 g
    • 1 cup walnut halves 100 g
    • 3 tablespoons chopped dried mushrooms 5 g
    • 1½ tablespoons tomato paste 25 g
    • 3 tablespoons fresh parsley 5 g
    • ¾ teaspoon salt
    • ½ teaspoon black pepper
    • ½ cup gluten-free bread crumbs 80 g

    Zesty Rice

    • 2 2/3 cups water 635 ml
    • 1 1/3 cups uncooked basmati rice 255 g
    • 2 tablespoons lemon juice 30 ml
    • 1½ tablespoons minced fresh parsley 5 g
    • 2 teaspoons lemon zest 4 g
    • 1/8 teaspoon salt or to taste

    Assembly

    • 2 cups chopped lettuce 100 g
    • 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes 130 g
    • ¼ cup slivered red onion 35 g
    • 4 lemon wedges
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    Instructions

    Lentil Balls

    • Preheat the oven to 375ºF (190ºC, or gas mark 5), and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
    • Place the lentils, walnuts, dried mushrooms, tomato paste, parsley, salt, and pepper into a food processor equipped with an S-blade. Pulse the mixture until it is broken down into smaller pieces, but is not yet a paste. Fold the bread crumbs into the lentil mixture until combined.Form twenty 2-tablespoon-sized (30 g) lentil balls with your hands, and place them on the baking sheet. Bake for 10 minutes, then flip them over, baking for an additional 10 minutes. Cool on a rack for 7 to 10 minutes before removing them.

    Zesty Rice

    • In a pot, bring the water and rice to a boil over medium heat. Cover with a lid, and adjust the heat to medium-low. Simmer for 20 minutes, or until the rice is tender. Stir the lemon juice, parsley, lemon zest, and salt into the rice until evenly combined. Taste and add more salt, if preferred.

    Assemble

    • Combine lettuce, tomatoes, and red onions in a bowl, then divide it between 4 plates or containers. Then, divide the rice and lentil balls between each plate. Garnish with a lemon wedge and serve.

    Notes

    Tip: The lentil balls can be made in bulk in advance, then frozen for later use! Sometimes bean balls are served with a sauce, but I love this lighter version with zesty rice and salad. The lemon brightens the dish from what is usually a rich recipe. Going light makes this dish versatile, and something that can be enjoyed in warmer months!

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 246kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 14g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 567mg | Potassium: 244mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 356IU | Vitamin C: 19mg | Calcium: 48mg | Iron: 1mg
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    Vegan Yack Attack on the Go!: Plant-Based Recipes for Your Fast-Paced Vegan Lifestyle - Quick & Easy - Portable - Make-Ahead - And More!

     

    By Jackie Sobon

     

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