Lentil Meatballs with Burst Tomato Pasta - Half Cup Habit

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup lentils (brown or green)
• 1 1/4 cup water
• 1 tbsp olive oil (plus more for brushing)
• 1/3 cup onion (red; diced)
• 1 clove garlic (minced)
• 1/2 cup carrot (shredded)
• 1/4 cup pecans (crushed)
• 1/4 cup walnuts (crushed)
• 1/4 cup panko crumbs (whole wheat)
• 1/2 tsp dried oregano
• 1/2 tsp basil (dried)
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp pepper (black)
• 1 large eggs
• 1 pound tomatoes (cherry)
• 2 tsps olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic (chopped)
• 8 oz pasta (whole wheat)
• 1 oz asiago cheese (shredded)
• 2 tbps basil (minced fresh)
• olive oil (to serve)