These Hidden Veggie Meatballs are a perfect way to sneak some vegetables into your kids’ meals without them noticing. Packed with flavor and nutrients, these meatballs are sure to be a hit at the dinner table!
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup finely chopped carrots
- 1/2 cup finely chopped spinach
- 1/2 cup finely chopped zucchini
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 jar (24 oz) marinara sauce
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare the Veggies: Finely chop the carrots, spinach, zucchini, and onion. You can use a food processor to make this step quicker and ensure the veggies are well hidden.
- Mix the Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, chopped veggies, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Mix until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Form the Meatballs: Shape the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Brown the Meatballs: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook until they are browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
- Bake the Meatballs: Transfer the browned meatballs to a baking dish. Pour the marinara sauce over the meatballs, ensuring they are well covered.
- Cook in the Oven: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through.
- Serve: Serve the meatballs with pasta, rice, or on a sub roll for a delicious meal that hides the veggies well.
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