For Kids M M M Meatballs
Perfectly tender and packed with hidden veggies, "For Kids M M M Meatballs" is the ultimate family-friendly dinner that’s both nutritious and delicious! This recipe combines ground beef and pork with finely grated carrots and zucchini, ensuring a boost of nutrients with every bite. Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, and a touch of seasoning add irresistible flavor, while baking keeps the meatballs juicy and hassle-free. Finished with a rich marinara sauce and optionally served over spaghetti, this dish is designed to please picky eaters and parents alike. With a quick 20-minute prep time and baked to golden perfection in just 30 minutes, these meatballs are a wholesome, weeknight win that easily sneaks extra veggies onto your table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground beef
- 0.5 pound Ground pork
- 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 medium Carrot, finely grated
- 1 small Zucchini, finely grated
- 1 large Egg
- 2 tablespoons Milk
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 2 cups Marinara sauce
- 12 ounces Cooked spaghetti (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, grated carrot, and grated zucchini.
In a small bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Pour this mixture into the meat mixture.
Using clean hands or a wooden spoon, mix everything together until well combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the meatballs tender.
Scoop about 1 tablespoon of the mixture and roll it into a ball. Place the meatballs on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are evenly spaced.
Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until they are cooked through and lightly browned.
While the meatballs are baking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the marinara sauce and let it simmer for 5 minutes.
Once the meatballs are done, transfer them to the skillet with the marinara sauce. Gently toss to coat them in the sauce and allow them to simmer for an additional 5-7 minutes.
Serve the meatballs warm on their own or over cooked spaghetti for a complete meal. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
745 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.2 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.4 g | 77% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 169 mg | 56% | |
| Sodium | 956 mg | 42% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 44.2 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.7 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.1 g | ||
| Protein | 41.0 g | 82% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 137 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 4.7 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 576 mg | 12% | |
*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.
