Smoky Spiced Eggplant Meatballs

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9/3/2025

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These vegan eggplant meatballs are tender, smoky, and packed with savory spices. Made with roasted eggplant, walnuts, and chickpeas, they offer a satisfying texture and rich flavor without any animal products. Tossed in a tangy tomato sauce and served with pasta or crusty bread, they make a comforting and wholesome meal perfect for plant-based eaters and meatball lovers alike.

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Name: Smoky Spiced Eggplant Meatballs
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1 large eggplant (about 1 lb), roasted and peeled; 1 cup cooked chickpeas, mashed; 1/2 cup walnuts, finely chopped; 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (use gluten-free if desired); 1 small yellow onion, finely diced; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tbsp ground flaxseed + 5 tbsp water (flax egg); 1 tsp smoked paprika; 1/2 tsp ground cumin; 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional); 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 2 tbsp olive oil (for cooking); 2 cups marinara sauce (store-bought or homemade)

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