Meatball Marinara Sub

Made by Blitz

Fans of Subway’s Meatless Meatball Marinara will love this quick and easy copycat version, adapted from a recipe by Made by Blitz. It takes just 20 minutes to prepare and is packed with plant-based protein, making it the perfect sandwich for a tasty lunchtime treat.

Vegan

Meatball Marinara Sub

  • Prep Time 10m
  • Cook Time 10m
  • Servings 2

Ingredients

  • 1 tin chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 tin black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 red onion
  • 2 sprigs rosemary
  • 1 sprig basil
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 100g cooked couscous
  • 2 Tbsp tomato purée
  • 1 Tbsp nutritional yeast
  • 4 Tbsp breadcrumbs
  • 3 Tbsp soya sauce
  •  Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 2 sub rolls
  • 200g cherry tomatoes
  •  Vegan cheese (optional)

Method

  • Add the chickpeas, black beans, onion, herbs, and garlic to a food processor and blitz until smooth.
  • Transfer to a large bowl and mix in the couscous, tomato purée, nutritional yeast, breadcrumbs, and soya sauce. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Heat the olive oil in a frying pan. Form the mixture into balls and fry over medium heat until crispy on all sides.
  • Microwave or pan fry the tomatoes until they burst. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Combine the tomatoes and the meatballs. Slice the rolls in half and top with the meatball mixture and the cheese, if using.
  • Place under the grill for 4 to 6 minutes and serve.