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Lentil Energy Bites

Prep Time: 5 Minutes

Total time: 20 Minutes

Servings: 8 bites

These are equal parts nutritious AND delicious. Just seven ingredients combine to create bite-sized morsels that are perfect for healthy snacking on the go!

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Ingredients

1/2 cup (125 mL) dry oats

1/2 cup (125 mL) cooked split red lentils

2 Tbsp (30 mL) reduced-fat peanut butter

1 1/2 Tbsp (20 mL) mini dark chocolate chips

1/2 tsp (2 mL) vanilla

2 Tbsp (30 mL) honey

1/4 cup (60 mL) coconut flakes (optional)

Directions

Combine all ingredients in a mixing bowl. Mix until well blended and the mixture reaches a mouldable consistency.
Using a one inch melon baller, form into eight balls. Roll in coconut if desired. Place onto a parchment-lined plate. Chill in refrigerator for at least 15 minutes prior to serving.

TO PREPARE 1/2 CUP (125 ML) COOKED SPLIT RED LENTILS:
Combine 1/4 cup (60 mL) split red lentils with 3/4 cup (175 mL) water. Bring to a boil, cover, reduce heat and simmer for 5-7 minutes until lentils are tender. Drain any excess liquid and let cool.

Nutritional Information

Serving Size: 1 bite
Per serving:
Calories 130
Total Fat 6 g
Saturated Fat 2 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Carbohydrates 16 g
Dietary Fibre 2 g
Sugar 6 g
Protein 4 g
Sodium 40 mg
Potassium 108 mg
Folate 22 mcg

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Dietitian Developed

Lentil Energy Bites

Prep Time: 5 Minutes

Total time: 20 Minutes

Servings: 8 bites

Dietitian Developed

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