Dairy-Free Classic Meatballs in Tomato Sauce
Indulge in the comforting flavors of *Dairy-Free Classic Meatballs in Tomato Sauce*, where tender homemade meatballs meet a rich, aromatic tomato sauce—all without a single drop of dairy! This easy-to-follow recipe combines ground beef and pork, seasoned with garlic, onions, and Italian herbs, to create meatballs that are juicy and full of flavor. The dish is simmered in a luscious tomato base enhanced with optional red wine for added depth. Perfect for weeknight dinners, it pairs beautifully with pasta, rice, or crusty bread. With a prep time of just 20 minutes, this wholesome, crowd-pleasing recipe proves that you don’t need dairy to enjoy a classic! Keywords: dairy-free meatballs, tomato sauce recipe, Italian-inspired dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g Ground beef
- 250 g Ground pork
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 3 Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 Egg
- 100 g Breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp Oregano, dried
- 1 tsp Basil, dried
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 400 g Tomato puree
- 400 g Canned tomatoes, chopped
- 100 ml Red wine (optional)
- 1 Bay leaf
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, egg, breadcrumbs, oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
Shape the mixture into small meatballs, approximately 1.5 inches in diameter. You should have about 20 meatballs.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the meatballs in batches, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they are browned all over. Transfer the browned meatballs to a plate and set aside.
In the same skillet, add tomato puree and canned chopped tomatoes. If using, pour in the red wine. Stir well, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
Add the bay leaf to the sauce and bring it to a gentle simmer. Return the meatballs to the skillet, nestling them into the sauce.
Cover the skillet with a lid, reduce the heat to low, and let the meatballs simmer in the tomato sauce for about 25-30 minutes, or until they are cooked through and tender.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed. Serve the meatballs hot, spooned over your choice of pasta, rice, or with crusty bread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2951 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 182.6 g | 234% | |
| Saturated Fat | 62.5 g | 312% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 775 mg | 258% | |
| Sodium | 5160 mg | 224% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 148.2 g | 54% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.7 g | 63% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.4 g | ||
| Protein | 181.7 g | 363% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 371 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 23.6 mg | 131% | |
| Potassium | 4043 mg | 86% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
