Low Fat Classic Homemade Meatballs
Enjoy all the comforting flavors of traditional meatballs with a healthy twist in this recipe for Low Fat Classic Homemade Meatballs. Made with lean ground beef, egg whites, whole wheat breadcrumbs, and a splash of low-fat milk, these tender, protein-packed meatballs are packed with flavor while keeping things light. Infused with fresh parsley, garlic, and a hint of Worcestershire sauce, they are seared to perfection in olive oil, then oven-baked for a golden finish that's both hearty and wholesome. Perfect for pairing with pasta, marinara sauce, or enjoying as-is, this versatile dish is low in fat but high in satisfaction, making it ideal for family dinners or meal prep. Easy to make in under an hour, these guilt-free meatballs are your new go-to for healthy comfort food!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Lean ground beef (90% lean)
- 2 large Egg whites
- 0.5 cup Whole wheat breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup Low fat milk
- 0.5 cup Onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine lean ground beef, egg whites, whole wheat breadcrumbs, and low fat milk. Mix until just combined.
Add the finely chopped onion, minced garlic, fresh parsley, salt, black pepper, and Worcestershire sauce to the meat mixture. Mix gently using your hands until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
Using damp hands, form the meat mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and place them onto the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are evenly spaced.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Carefully add the meatballs in batches, cooking them until they are browned on all sides, about 4 minutes per batch. Place the browned meatballs back onto the baking sheet.
Transfer the baking sheet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes or until the meatballs are cooked through and reach an internal temperature of 160°F (70°C).
Remove the meatballs from the oven and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
Serve the meatballs warm with your choice of marinara sauce, pasta, or as an appetizer with toothpicks. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1470 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 81.8 g | 105% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.4 g | 132% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 378 mg | 126% | |
| Sodium | 3351 mg | 146% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 58.1 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.4 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.4 g | ||
| Protein | 118.9 g | 238% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 270 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 15.6 mg | 87% | |
| Potassium | 2027 mg | 43% | |
*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.
