Lentil Energy Bites

Give yourself a burst of energy with these easy lentil bites! Peanut butter and lentils give you a protein boost to help get you through the day. Enjoy these as a tasty breakfast or afternoon pick-me-up snack.

Cooking Tip

Use any type of nut butter. Try adding a mashed banana!

Yield8 bites

Serving size1 pieces

Perfect forOne-pot

Dietary preferencesGluten Free, Vegetarian

Ingredients

1/2 cup dry oats
1/4 cup dry lentils
2 tbsp. reduced fat peanut butter
1 1/2 tbsp. chocolate chips
2 tbsp. honey
1/2 tsp. vanilla
1/4 cup coconut flakes (optional)

Directions

Prepare lentils. Combine dry lentils with 3/4 cup water. Bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 5-7 minutes until tender. Drain excess liquid and let cool.
Combine all ingredients except coconut in a mixing bowl. Mix until well blended and the mixture reaches a moldable consistency.
Roll into 8 bite-sized balls. Roll in coconut if using. Place on a parchment lined plate and chill in refrigerator at least 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition facts (per serving)

140Calories

5 Total Fat (g)

2Saturated Fat (g)

25Sodium (mg)

19Carbs (g)

5 Dietary Fiber (g)

6Protein (g)

This material was funded by USDA’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program – SNAP.

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