High Protein Extra Lean Ground Veal Meatballs
Elevate your meal prep game with these High Protein Extra Lean Ground Veal Meatballs, a flavorful and nutritious option perfect for anyone seeking a lean protein boost. Made with tender, extra lean ground veal and enriched with Parmesan cheese, fresh parsley, and aromatic garlic, these meatballs are both juicy and packed with savory goodness. The combination of breadcrumbs and a touch of milk or water ensures they're moist and perfectly tender, while a quick sear in olive oil followed by oven-baking locks in their rich flavor. Ready in just 45 minutes, these versatile meatballs can be served alongside pasta, roasted vegetables, or a tangy marinara sauce, guaranteeing a meal that’s as satisfying as it is wholesome. Ideal for a high-protein, low-fat diet, this recipe is a delicious way to enjoy a lighter alternative to traditional beef or pork meatballs.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g extra lean ground veal
- 1 large egg
- 50 g breadcrumbs
- 30 g grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 small finely chopped onion
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp water or milk
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the extra lean ground veal, egg, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, chopped onion, minced garlic, parsley, salt, and black pepper.
Add the water or milk to the mixture to keep the meatballs moist. Mix all the ingredients thoroughly with your hands until well combined, but do not overmix.
Scoop about a tablespoon of the mixture and roll it into a ball using your palms. Repeat this process with the remaining mixture to form approximately 16 meatballs.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the meatballs in batches to avoid overcrowding.
Brown the meatballs on all sides. This should take about 5 minutes per batch. Transfer the browned meatballs to the prepared baking sheet.
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake the meatballs for 15-20 minutes or until they are cooked through and reach an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).
Remove the meatballs from the oven and let them rest for a couple of minutes before serving.
Serve the meatballs warm with your choice of sauce, pasta, or vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1460 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 72.6 g | 93% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.0 g | 115% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 650 mg | 216% | |
| Sodium | 4261 mg | 185% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49.3 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.5 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.8 g | ||
| Protein | 146.9 g | 294% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 470 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 10.3 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 1925 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.
