Gluten-Free Savory Vegetable Meatballs
Savor the deliciousness of these Gluten-Free Savory Vegetable Meatballs, a flavorful and nutritious twist on a classic dish! Packed with a blend of ground beef and pork, these meatballs are elevated with the goodness of fresh zucchini, carrots, red bell pepper, and a hint of garlic and onion for a burst of savory aroma. Gluten-free oats replace traditional breadcrumbs, making this recipe perfect for those with gluten sensitivities, while grated Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley add a touch of richness. These versatile meatballs are baked to perfection, achieving a golden-brown exterior without the need for frying. Ready in under an hour, they’re perfect as a stand-alone main dish, paired with your favorite gluten-free sauces, or served over a fresh salad. This recipe strikes the perfect balance between hearty, healthy, and irresistibly tasty!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 g Ground beef
- 250 g Ground pork
- 1 medium-sized Zucchini
- 1 medium-sized Carrot
- 1 small Red bell pepper
- 1 small Onion
- 2 Garlic cloves
- 60 g Gluten-free oats
- 1 Egg
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 50 g Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Grate the zucchini and carrot using a box grater. Finely chop the red bell pepper and onion. Mince the garlic cloves.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef and pork.
Add the grated zucchini, carrot, chopped red bell pepper, onion, and minced garlic into the bowl with the meat.
In a separate bowl, beat the egg then mix it into the meat and vegetable mixture.
Finely chop the fresh parsley and add it to the mixture along with the gluten-free oats, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper.
Mix all ingredients well until fully combined.
Shape the mixture into 1.5-inch meatballs using your hands, and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Drizzle the meatballs with olive oil to aid in browning.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the meatballs are browned and cooked through.
Serve the gluten-free savory vegetable meatballs warm with your favorite gluten-free sauce or as a main dish with a side salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2241 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 151.3 g | 194% | |
| Saturated Fat | 53.1 g | 266% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 631 mg | 210% | |
| Sodium | 5012 mg | 218% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 82.6 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.8 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.1 g | ||
| Protein | 141.4 g | 283% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 693 mg | 53% | |
| Iron | 11.7 mg | 65% | |
| Potassium | 1949 mg | 41% | |
*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.
