Hearty Vegetarian Meatballs
Get ready to elevate your meatless menu with these Hearty Vegetarian Meatballs, a flavor-packed, plant-based take on a classic comfort food! Made with wholesome ingredients like protein-rich chickpeas, earthy mushrooms, and heart-healthy rolled oats, these meatballs are both nutritious and delicious. A blend of Italian seasoning, fresh parsley, and a touch of soy and vegetarian Worcestershire sauce adds a burst of savory flavor, while ground flaxseed ensures a perfectly moist yet firm texture. Quick to prepare and baked to golden perfection, these vegetarian meatballs are perfect atop pasta, paired with marinara sauce, or served as a delightful appetizer. Ready in under an hour, they make an ideal addition to your weekly dinner rotation or your next gathering. Healthy, satisfying, and endlessly versatile, this recipe is a must-have for any plant-based kitchen!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 15 oz can Chickpeas
- 8 oz Mushrooms
- 1 medium Onion
- 3 Garlic cloves
- 1 cup Rolled oats
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons Ground flaxseed
- 5 tablespoons Water
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce (vegetarian)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.25 cup Parsley
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Drain and rinse the chickpeas, then pat them dry with a paper towel.
Place them in a large mixing bowl and mash with a fork or potato masher until mostly smooth with a few chunks remaining for texture.
In a food processor, add the mushrooms, onion, and garlic cloves. Pulse until finely chopped, then transfer to the bowl with the mashed chickpeas.
Add rolled oats, breadcrumbs, and ground flaxseed to the bowl.
In a small bowl, combine the water and ground flaxseed, letting it sit for a few minutes until it forms a gel-like consistency.
Add the flaxseed mixture, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, olive oil, chopped parsley, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper to the mixture.
Stir everything together until well combined. The mixture should be moist but firm enough to hold together. If it’s too wet, add more breadcrumbs; if too dry, a splash of water.
Using your hands, form the mixture into 1.5-inch balls and place them onto the prepared baking sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, turning them halfway through until they are golden brown and firm.
Remove from the oven and allow them to cool slightly before serving.
Serve with your favorite marinara sauce and pasta, or enjoy as a standalone dish or appetizer.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2032 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 65.9 g | 84% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.5 g | 48% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4561 mg | 198% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 293.6 g | 107% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 55.0 g | 196% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.8 g | ||
| Protein | 83.1 g | 166% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 458 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 25.5 mg | 142% | |
| Potassium | 3230 mg | 69% | |
*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.
