Lentils, nuts, seeds and eggs are a great way to add protein to your recipes.
Ingredients
1 cup cooked lentils
2 cups rolled oats
1/2 cups oat flour
1/2 cup oat flakes (like Nature’s Path Heritage flakes)
1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
2 eggs, beaten
1/2 cup dates, pitted
1/3 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup cashews, chopped
1/4 cup avocado oil
3 tablespoons sesame seeds
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
Method
Preheat at 375F.
Mash the lentils and add the wet ingredients. In a large bowl, mix the dry ingredients and incorporate the wet ingredients after. Mix well.
In a lightly greased oven-safe dish, add the mixture and press evenly. Bake for 20-25 minutes. Let cool and cut in squares. Enjoy!