Vegan Spaghetti and Meatball Sub Sandwich
Low Carb Vegan Kid-Friendly Gluten-Free Option

Vegan Spaghetti and Meatball Sub Sandwich

A kid-friendly sub sandwich filled with plant-based spaghetti and delicious meatballs, perfect for a low-carb meal.

⏱️ 20 minutes Prep Time
🍳 30 minutes Cook Time
🍽️ 4 servings Servings
🎯 Easy Difficulty
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Nutrition Facts

Per serving

270Calories
14gProtein
40gCarbs
6gFat

Ingredients

For 4 servings servings

  • 1 large zucchini, spiralized
  • 1 cup cooked lentils
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped onions
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup nutritional yeast
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (or almond flour for lower carbs)
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 cup marinara sauce
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 whole grain or low-carb sandwich rolls
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine cooked lentils, chopped onions, garlic, nutritional yeast, breadcrumbs, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
  3. Form the lentil mixture into meatball-sized balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  4. Bake the meatballs for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  5. While the meatballs are baking, sautu00e9 spiralized zucchini in a pan for 3-5 minutes until just tender.
  6. Heat the marinara sauce in a saucepan over low heat.
  7. Assemble the sub sandwiches by placing a layer of zucchini noodles in each roll, topping with marinara sauce and then the baked lentil meatballs.
  8. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.

Health Benefits

Nutritional advantages of this recipe

  • Rich in plant-based protein to support muscle health.
  • Packed with antioxidants that help reduce inflammation.
  • Low in processed sugars to assist with blood sugar balance.
  • High in fiber for better digestive health.