Low Sodium Oven-Baked Italian Meatballs
Indulge in the rich, savory flavors of **Low Sodium Oven-Baked Italian Meatballs**, a healthier take on a classic comfort food. Made with a perfect blend of lean ground beef and pork, these meatballs are infused with the aromatic goodness of fresh garlic, finely chopped onion, and classic Italian herbs like basil and oregano. Moist and tender, thanks to unsalted bread crumbs and grated Parmesan, they’re baked to golden perfection and then simmered in a flavorful, low sodium tomato sauce. This easy 50-minute recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep, offering a guilt-free option without sacrificing taste. Serve these meatballs over whole-grain pasta, in a sandwich, or as a stand-alone appetizer for a satisfying dish that’s both heart-healthy and delicious. Perfect for anyone looking for low sodium recipes, healthy family meals, or Italian meatball lovers!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Lean ground beef
- 0.5 pound Ground pork
- 0.75 cup Unsalted bread crumbs
- 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large Egg
- 3 minced Garlic cloves
- 0.5 medium, finely chopped Onion
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons, chopped Fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 cups Low sodium tomato sauce
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, and unsalted bread crumbs.
Add the grated Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, finely chopped onion, dried oregano, dried basil, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes to the bowl.
Mix the ingredients thoroughly using your hands or a spatula until well combined.
Form the mixture into 1.5-inch meatballs, ensuring they are uniform in size for even cooking. Place the meatballs on the prepared baking sheet.
Drizzle meatballs with olive oil to help them brown in the oven.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until they are browned on the outside and cooked through the inside.
While the meatballs are baking, heat the low sodium tomato sauce in a large saucepan over medium heat.
Once the meatballs are done, remove them from the oven and carefully transfer them into the saucepan with the tomato sauce.
Simmer the meatballs in the sauce for an additional 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Garnish the meatballs with freshly chopped parsley before serving. Enjoy your low sodium Italian meatballs over pasta, in a sandwich, or as an appetizer.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
380 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 21.6 g | 28% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.5 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 111 mg | 37% | |
| Sodium | 331 mg | 14% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 17.2 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.9 g | ||
| Protein | 29.3 g | 59% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 134 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 377 mg | 8% | |
*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.
