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Hidden Veggie Ground Beef Meatballs

Hidden Veggie Ground Beef Meatballs

Delicious Hidden Veggie Ground Beef Meatballs incorporate veggies for a nutritious meal disguised as a classic favorite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Meatball Ingredients
  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 1 cup finely grated zucchini
  • 1/2 cup shredded carrots
  • 1/2 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Grater
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Grate zucchini and shred carrots until fine.
  3. In a large bowl, mix ground beef, grated zucchini, shredded carrots, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  4. Roll the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet about an inch apart.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 20gFat: 15g

Notes

These meatballs can be customized with different types of meat or breadcrumbs. They store well and can be reheated easily.

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