Lentil Bites
1/2 cup brown or green lentils
1 1/4 cup water
1 tablespoon olive oil plus more for brushing
1/3 cup diced red onion
1 cloves garlic minced
1/2 cup shredded carrots
1/4 cup crushed pecans
1/4 cup crushed walnuts
1/4 cup whole wheat panko
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 large egg
Sauce
2 15 ounce cans stewed or crushed tomatoes
1 cup fresh basil packed
1 tablespoon dried oregano
2 cloves garlic
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
Extras:
2 ounces shredded mozzarella
Basil for topping
Parm for topping