Low Sodium Classic Meatballs in Tomato Sauce
Savor the comforting flavors of Italian cuisine with this Low Sodium Classic Meatballs in Tomato Sauce recipe, a heart-healthy twist on a beloved favorite. Made with lean ground beef and seasoned with fresh parsley, garlic, and a medley of herbs, these tender meatballs are cooked to perfection in a rich, homemade tomato sauce featuring unsalted tomato products and low-sodium chicken broth. Perfect for those watching their salt intake, this dish proves that you don’t need extra sodium to achieve incredible flavor. Serve these juicy meatballs over pasta, rice, or with crusty bread for a hearty, satisfying meal that’s ready in just one hour. Whether it’s for a family dinner or meal prep, this easy and wholesome recipe is sure to delight! Keywords: low sodium, classic meatballs, homemade tomato sauce, easy dinner, healthy Italian recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 0.5 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 15 ounces unsalted tomato sauce
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, chopped onion, minced garlic, parsley, and black pepper. Mix gently with your hands until just combined.
Shape the mixture into approximately 20 meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter, and place them on a tray.
In a large non-stick skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, add meatballs in batches and brown them on all sides. This should take about 5-7 minutes per batch. Remove meatballs and set them aside on a plate.
In the same skillet, add unsalted tomato sauce, tomato paste, and low-sodium chicken broth. Stir to combine and bring to a gentle simmer.
Add dried oregano and dried basil to the sauce, then return the meatballs to the skillet, ensuring they are submerged in the sauce.
Cover the skillet and let the meatballs simmer in the sauce for 25-30 minutes, ensuring they are cooked through and tender.
Serve hot, garnished with additional parsley if desired, alongside pasta, rice, or a crusty bread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1746 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 77.7 g | 100% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.9 g | 114% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 512 mg | 171% | |
| Sodium | 2322 mg | 101% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 141.6 g | 51% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.1 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 42.8 g | ||
| Protein | 132.8 g | 266% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 492 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 26.4 mg | 147% | |
| Potassium | 2859 mg | 61% | |
*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.
