Vegetarian Savory Vegetable Meatballs
Satisfy your craving for a healthy, comforting meal with these Vegetarian Savory Vegetable Meatballs, an irresistible plant-based twist on a classic favorite. Packed with protein-rich chickpeas, fresh grated zucchini and carrot, and seasoned to perfection with garlic, Parmesan, and a medley of Italian herbs, these veggie meatballs are as flavorful as they are nutritious. Quick to prepare and oven-baked for a golden finish, they’re the ideal guilt-free alternative to traditional meatballs. Pair them with marinara sauce over pasta for a hearty dinner, or serve as a delightful appetizer with your favorite dipping sauce. Whether you’re vegetarian or simply looking to add more plant power to your diet, these versatile meatballs are sure to become a kitchen staple.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) Chickpeas
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs
- 1 medium, grated Carrot
- 1 medium, grated and excess moisture removed Zucchini
- 0.5 medium, finely chopped Onion
- 2 cloves, minced Garlic
- 0.5 cup, grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large Egg
- 2 tablespoons, chopped Fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon, dried Oregano
- 1 teaspoon, dried Basil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Drain and rinse the chickpeas from the can. Place them in a food processor and pulse until they are slightly mashed, but still a bit chunky.
Transfer the mashed chickpeas to a large mixing bowl. Add breadcrumbs, grated carrot, grated zucchini (make sure to squeeze out excess moisture), chopped onion, minced garlic, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, fresh parsley, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper.
Mix everything together thoroughly using your hands or a spatula until well combined.
Shape the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Brush each meatball lightly with olive oil to help with browning.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the meatballs are golden brown and firm to the touch.
Allow the meatballs to cool for a few minutes before serving.
Serve with your favorite pasta and marinara sauce or enjoy as an appetizer with a dipping sauce of your choice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1130 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.3 g | 73% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.7 g | 84% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 264 mg | 88% | |
| Sodium | 4775 mg | 208% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 119.9 g | 44% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.0 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.3 g | ||
| Protein | 44.1 g | 88% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 642 mg | 49% | |
| Iron | 8.7 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 862 mg | 18% | |
*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.
