These simple Vegan Spaghetti and Meatballs are the ultimate comfort food! They are so easy to make with only 10 simple ingredients. Loaded with fiber and protein and also gluten-free, dairy-free, low-fat, and oil-free!

Spaghetti and Meatballs is one of my ultimate comfort foods ?

There is nothing like diving into a HUMONGOUS bowl of Vegan Spaghetti and Meatballs after a long day!

I could also dive into a few other things, like this Spaghetti Squash Mac 'n Cheese or this Vegan Cake Batter Dip. Or Vegan Queso. Queso is always a good idea.

BUT. Spaghetti and Meatballs is definitely one of my FAVES.

Some of my greatest childhood memories involve sitting around the dinner table with my family after gymnastics practice and devouring large plates of spaghetti and meatballs while schmoozing, laughing, and enjoying life. Oh, the good ole' days!

Just kidding about "the good ole' days" - I really think that life just keeps getting better and better.

People often ask me if I miss being in school or miss being a kid and I really don't! Not one bit.

I mean, I had lots of fun as a child and loved life then, too, but I just LOVE growing up - mentally, physically, and emotionally.

I love doing this thing called life and I am truly enjoying every single minute on this planet!

Anyway, back to the Vegan Spaghetti and Meatballs ?

I always love when I can recreate the same comforting feel of old classic dishes but make them super healthified like this one.

This Vegan Spaghetti and Meatballs recipe features Explore Cuisine Organic Red Lentil Spaghetti - a wonderful spaghetti noodle alternative that is waaaaay better for you (and tastes exactly the same as normal spaghetti)! Explore Cuisine is an amazing brand that turns pasta super healthy and nutritious and uses protein and fiber-packed ingredients like beans, lentils, and chickpeas in all of their pastas! They have 10 different kinds, from Green Lentil Penne to Edamame & Mung Bean Fettuccini. They are all fantastic - non-GMO, gluten-free, and vegan of course ?

The "meatballs" are actually made from beans and are totally nutritious and delicious. All of the meatball essence with none of the meat ?

This meal is perfect for the holiday season, when we get to take the time to savor the delicious moments with family and friends. It's super easy to make, and guaranteed to be loved by all. I hope you love it as much as I do!

This post was sponsored by Explore Cuisine, but all opinions and statements are 100% my own!

Calories per serving: 345

Cost per serving: $2.11

Equipment you'll need: stock pot, baking sheet, strainer, small sauce pan, mixing bowl

What you'll need to make these Vegan Spaghetti and Meatballs:

Explore Cuisine Red Lentil Spaghetti

Marinara sauce

Kidney beans

Gluten-free quick oats

Soy sauce or tamari

Mustard

Onion powder

Garlic powder

Oregano

Chili powder

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Ingredients: makes 4 servings

1 package Explore Cuisine Red Lentil Spaghetti

Marinara sauce, to taste

For the meatballs:

1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed

6 Tbsp gluten-free quick oats

1 Tbsp onion powder

1 Tbsp garlic powder

1 Tbsp oregano

1 Tbsp chili powder

3 Tbsp marinara sauce (or tomato sauce)

1 Tbsp soy sauce or tamari

2 Tbsp mustard

Method:

Preheat oven to 350F, line baking sheet with parchment paper (or spray with nonstick cooking spray), and set aside.
Add kidney beans to large bowl and mash until no whole-bean pieces remain. Add remaining meatball ingredients, and stir to combine.
Scoop out about 1 Tbsp of the mixture, and use your hands to form intomeatball shapes.
Place on baking sheet and bake for 20 to 22 minutes, until outside is slightly crispy.
While meatballs are baking, prepare pasta according to package instructions.
When pasta has 5 minutes left, place marinara sauce in small saucepan, and warm on medium heat, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
When pasta is finished, strain pasta, add marinara, top with meatballs, and enjoy!