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Melt-In-Your-Mouth Italian Meatballs

Melt-In-Your-Mouth Italian Meatballs with a Flavorful Twist

These Melt-In-Your-Mouth Italian Meatballs are easy to make, flavorful, and perfect for meal prep. Bring a slice of Italy to your table!
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound Ground Beef or ground turkey for a leaner option
  • 1 cup Italian Breadcrumbs gluten-free breadcrumbs for gluten-free version
  • 1/4 cup Milk or non-dairy milk
  • 1 medium Onion or shallots for subtler flavor
  • 2 cloves Garlic or garlic powder
  • 1 large Egg or flax egg for vegan option
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese or nutritional yeast for dairy-free
  • 1/4 cup Parsley or other herbs like basil or oregano
For Serving
  • 2 cups Pasta or zucchini noodles for low-carb option
  • 2 cups Marinara Sauce to serve with meatballs

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • parchment paper

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the Italian breadcrumbs and milk. Let sit for 5 minutes.
  3. Add ground beef, onion, garlic, egg, salt, pepper, Parmesan cheese, and parsley to the bowl. Mix gently until just combined.
  4. Shape the mixture into 2-inch meatballs and place them on the baking sheet, spaced evenly.
  5. Bake the meatballs for 18-20 minutes until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C).
  6. Remove from the oven and drain excess fat. Serve with pasta and marinara sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 14gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These meatballs can be made ahead and stored for quick meals throughout the week.

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