Lentil & Fennel Veggie Meatballs with Toasted Pinenut & Basil Pesto - Willa Wellness

Ingredients

• 2 cups lentils
• ¼ cup plus 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 carrots, chopped
• ½ fennel bulb, cored and chopped
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
• 1 tablespoon fennel seed
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 3 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 cups button mushrooms, chopped
• 3 large eggs
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• ½ cup bread crumbs
• ½ cup chopped fresh parsley
• ¼ cup finely chopped walnuts