Best Creamy Veggie Meatballs Recipes

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image

CREAMY VEGGIE MEATBALLS



Creamy Veggie Meatballs image

My gang has enjoyed this comfort food for years. The kids don't even know they're getting veggies. It's delicious over rice, egg noodles or mashed potatoes. -Kathy Hinton, Gilbert, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 egg
1/3 cup shredded carrot
2/3 cup shredded potato
1/3 cup shredded zucchini
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 cup quick-cooking oats
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 pound ground beef
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1-1/4 cups 2% milk
Mashed potatoes
Minced fresh parsley, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-1/2-in. balls. , In a large skillet, brown meatballs in oil in small batches; drain. Transfer to a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. , In a large bowl, combine the soups and milk; pour over meatballs. , Cover and bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until bubbly. Serve with mashed potatoes; garnish with parsley if desired. Freeze option: Cook meatballs until a thermometer reads 160°; cool completely before assembling. Cover and freeze without baking. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350°. Bake as directed, increasing time as necessary until heated through and bubbly. Serve as directed.

Nutrition Facts :

VEGETARIAN MEATBALLS



Vegetarian Meatballs image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h10m

Yield about 24 golf-ball-size meatballs

Number Of Ingredients 22

2 cups green lentils
2 carrots, chopped (about 1 cup)
1 large onion, chopped (about 2 cups)
2 stalks celery, minced (about 1 cup)
1 clove garlic, minced
4 sprigs thyme, picked (about 1 tablespoon)
2 teaspoons salt
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons tomato paste
8 ounces button mushrooms, sliced (about 3 cups)
1/2 bunch parsley, chopped (about 1/2 cup)
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
3 eggs
1/2 cup grated Parmesan
1/4 cup chopped walnuts
Basil-Spinach Pesto, for serving, recipe follows
1/8 cup walnuts
4 cups baby spinach leaves
2 cups basil leaves
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup olive oil
1/8 cup grated Parmesan

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • In a medium pot, add the lentils and 2 quarts water. Set the pot over high heat and bring the water to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer the lentils until soft but not falling apart, about 25 minutes.
  • Pour the cooked lentils through a colander and let cool. In a large frying pan set over a medium-high heat, saute the carrots, onions, celery, garlic, thyme and salt with the 1/4 cup olive oil until the vegetables soften, about 10 minutes.
  • When the vegetables are tender and beginning to brown, stir in the tomato paste. Cook, stirring constantly, until the paste darkens, about 3 minutes. Stir in mushrooms and saute, stirring frequently, until completely cooked and browned on edges, about 15 minutes. Remove vegetables from frying pan and set aside to cool.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled vegetables with lentils and all remaining ingredients, save for the 2 tablespoons olive oil and the pesto. Mix until well combined. Place the mixture in the refrigerator to cool completely, about 25 minutes.
  • Drizzle the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil into a large 9-by-12-inch baking dish, making sure to coat evenly. Roll the lentil mixture into round, golf-ball-size meatballs, making sure to pack the balls firmly. Place lentil balls into the oiled baking dish, making sure none of the meatballs touch one another.
  • Roast the lentil balls until firm and cooked through, about 30 minutes. Allow the meatballs to cool for five minutes before removing them from the tray. Serve with pesto.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Spread the walnuts out on a 9-by-13-inch baking dish and roast until golden brown, about 12 minutes. Set the nuts aside to cool.
  • Fill a large stockpot three-quarters of the way full with water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Next, fill a large bowl with ice water.
  • Drop the spinach and basil into boiling water and give the leaves a stir. After 1 minute, remove the greens and plunge them into ice water. Discard the boiling water.
  • Once cool, remove the greens from the ice bath and squeeze them dry. Give them a rough chop and transfer to a food processor.
  • Add the salt, olive oil and Parmesan to the food processor and blend until a uniform, pesto-like consistency is reached.

CREAMY MEATBALLS AND VEGETABLES



Creamy Meatballs and Vegetables image

Hungry appetites to satisfy? Frozen meatballs, veggies and rice are all that's needed to create a delicious dinner in minutes.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 1/2 cups uncooked regular long-grain white rice
3 cups water
1 package (16 oz) frozen cooked meatballs
2/3 cup half-and-half
2 bags (12 oz) frozen broccoli & cheese sauce

Steps:

  • Cook rice in water as directed on package.
  • Meanwhile, in 12-inch skillet, place frozen meatballs. Cover; cook over medium-high heat 4 minutes, stirring once. Stir in half-and-half, scraping skillet to remove any browned bits of meat.
  • Add frozen vegetables and sauce, placing vegetable sides down. Cover; cook 10 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables and meatballs are hot. Serve over rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 450, Carbohydrate 56 g, Cholesterol 95 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 3 g, Protein 22 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1350 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 1 g

CREAMY MEATBALLS AND VEGETABLES



Creamy Meatballs and Vegetables image

A good way to get your day's vegetable allowance! The amount of preparation time varies depending on whether you use fresh or refrigerated potatoes. This time is figured for the refrigerated. Recipe is from BH&G.

Provided by Lorraine of AZ

Categories     Vegetable

Time 5h10m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (16 ounce) box precooked frozen italian meatballs
1 (20 ounce) package refrigerated red potatoes, cut into wedges
1 (16 ounce) bag loosepack frozen stir fry vegetables
2 (10 ounce) cans cream of mushroom soup or 2 (10 ounce) cans cream of onion soup
1 cup water
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • In a 3-1/2 quart crockpot, mix the meatballs, potatoes and vegetables.
  • Combine the soup, water and black pepper and pour over, stirring lightly to coat everything. Cover and cook on LO for 5-7 hours.
  • Stir the sour cream into 1/4 cup of the pot liquid. Stir this back into the pot.
  • Note: You may substitute 1-1/2 pounds fresh red-skinned potatoes for the refrigerated. In this case, cut them into wedges and precook them 6 or 7 minutes in boiling salted water.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 284.3, Fat 14.6, SaturatedFat 5.8, Cholesterol 12.7, Sodium 940, Carbohydrate 33.3, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 3.5, Protein 5.9

MEATBALLS WITH CREAMY MUSHROOMS & MASH



Meatballs with creamy mushrooms & mash image

Serve up this crowd-pleasing meal of meatballs in a creamy mushroom and thyme sauce. Enjoy with green veg and mash for a delicious family dinner

Provided by Cassie Best

Categories     Dinner, Supper

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 13

600g floury potatoes , such as Maris Piper or King Edwards
50g butter
50ml milk
500g pork or turkey mince (10% fat)
20g grated parmesan
1 apple , peeled, cored and grated
2 tbsp olive oil
1 onion , chopped
2 garlic cloves
300g mushrooms , sliced
small bunch of thyme , leaves picked
200g half-fat crème fraîche
300g peas or green beans

Steps:

  • Cook the potatoes in a large pan of boiling water for 15 mins until tender. Drain, return to the pan, add the butter, milk and season, then mash until smooth. Keep warm until you're ready to serve.
  • Meanwhile, combine the mince, parmesan, grated apple and some seasoning. Shape the mixture into ping-pong-ball-sized meatballs. Heat half the oil in a wide pan over a medium heat. Fry the meatballs for a few minutes, stirring, until golden all over. Transfer to a plate.
  • Heat the remaining oil in the pan, and fry the onion for 8-10 mins until soft and translucent. Add the garlic, mushrooms and thyme, then season and fry for 10 mins more until the mushrooms are soft and most of the liquid has evaporated. Stir in the crème fraîche.
  • Cook the peas or green beans in a pan of boiling water for a few minutes until tender. Drain and leave to steam-dry. Stir the meatballs through the sauce and cook for 1-2 mins until hot and cooked through, then season. If you want to make the meatballs ahead, leave to cool. Will keep chilled for up to a day. Reheat thoroughly. Serve alongside the mash and veg.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 676 calories, Fat 39 grams fat, SaturatedFat 18 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 39 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 8 grams sugar, Fiber 9 grams fiber, Protein 38 grams protein, Sodium 0.6 milligram of sodium

HIDDEN VEGGIE MEATBALLS RECIPE BY TASTY



Hidden Veggie Meatballs Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: large carrot, zucchini, ground beef, ground pork, grated parmesan cheese, onion, fresh parsley, salt, pepper, garlic powder, eggs, bread crumbs, marinara sauce, spaghetti, parmesan cheese

Provided by Claire Nolan

Categories     Sides

Yield 7 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 large carrot, shredded
1 zucchini, shredded
1 lb ground beef
1 lb ground pork
¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
¼ cup onion, minced
¼ cup fresh parsley, minced
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2 eggs
1 cup bread crumbs
marinara sauce, as needed
16 oz spaghetti, cooked
parmesan cheese, for garnish

Steps:

  • Place shredded carrot and zucchini on a clean towel and wring out as much liquid as possible.
  • Place strained carrot and zucchini in a bowl and add ground beef, ground pork, parmesan, onion, parsley, salt, pepper, garlic powder, breadcrumbs, and eggs. Mix until just combined.
  • Grab about a ¼ cup (85 grams) of the mixture and roll into a ball.
  • Pan-fry the meatballs in a large pan over medium-high heat until all sides are golden brown, about 10 minutes, then add the marinara sauce and simmer for 10-15 minutes. Or, can bake the meatballs on a parchment-lined baking sheet at 350˚F (180˚C) for 30-35 minutes, flipping after the first 15 minutes. Warm up marinara sauce and serve on the side.
  • Serve the meatballs with cooked spaghetti and Parmesan cheese.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 762 calories, Carbohydrate 70 grams, Fat 29 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 50 grams, Sugar 4 grams

VEGETARIAN MEATBALLS



Vegetarian Meatballs image

Seasoned with Parmesan, ricotta, fennel seeds and oregano, these meat-free Italian meatballs capture all the flavors of the classic. Cremini mushrooms and chickpeas mimic the texture of ground beef, bulgur helps bind the mixture together, and ricotta keeps it tender. The balls are rolled in a light coating of bread crumbs and Parmesan that crisps as it bakes, but if you prefer a saucy meatball, skip the coating and simply bake until firm, then simmer in marinara. Any extra coating mixture can be toasted in the oven and sprinkled over roasted veggies or creamy pastas. Leftover meatballs can be frozen and reheated in a 425-degree oven until warmed through, about 15 minutes.

Provided by Kay Chun

Categories     dinner, snack, finger foods, meatballs, vegetables, appetizer, main course, side dish

Time 50m

Yield 24 meatballs

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons bulgur wheat
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 cup plus 1/3 cup seasoned Italian bread crumbs
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (about 2 ounces)
2 garlic cloves, peeled
4 medium cremini mushrooms, stemmed and quartered
1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained (about 1 1/2 cups)
1 large egg
1/4 cup ricotta (about 2 ounces)
1 teaspoon fennel seeds
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 cup marinara sauce, warmed, for dipping

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375 degrees. Bring 1/4 cup water to a boil in a small saucepan. Add the bulgur, remove from heat, cover and let sit until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain, pressing to remove excess water, then let cool.
  • Prepare the coating: In a shallow bowl, combine the oil, 1/2 cup bread crumbs and 1/4 cup Parmesan; mix until well blended and crumbly. Set aside.
  • Prepare the meatballs: In a food processor, pulse garlic until finely chopped. Add mushrooms, and pulse until chopped, with pea-size pieces remaining (do not purée). Transfer to a large bowl. Add the chickpeas to the food processor, pulse, then add them to the mushrooms. Add the remaining 1/3 cup breadcrumbs and 1/4 cup Parmesan, plus the bulgur, egg, ricotta, fennel seeds, oregano, salt, pepper and 1 tablespoon water; mix until well blended.
  • Form the meatball mixture into 1 1/2-inch meatballs (you should have about 24). Roll meatballs in the coating, pressing gently to adhere, then arrange on a greased baking sheet. Bake, turning halfway through, until golden, 18 to 20 minutes. Serve with marinara sauce, for dipping.

VEGGIE MEATBALLS WITH TOMATO COURGETTI



Veggie meatballs with tomato courgetti image

Spiralize courgettes to make this healthier, gluten-free 'pasta' dish. The vegetarian meatballs use ground almonds instead of breadcrumbs to increase the protein

Provided by Sara Buenfeld

Categories     Dinner, Lunch, Main course, Supper

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 garlic cloves
2 tsp rapeseed oil , plus extra for greasing
1 small onion , very finely chopped
2 tsp balsamic vinegar
100g canned red kidney beans
1 tbsp beaten egg
1 tsp tomato purée
1 heaped tsp chilli powder
½ tsp ground coriander
15g ground almonds
40g cooked sweetcorn
2 tsp chopped thyme leaves
2 large or 3 normal tomatoes , chopped
1 tsp tomato purée
1 tsp balsamic vinegar
2 courgettes cut into 'noodles' with a spiralizer, julienne peeler, or by hand

Steps:

  • Finely chop the garlic. Heat the oil in a large pan and fry the onion, stirring frequently, for 8 mins. Stir in the balsamic vinegar and cook for 2 mins more. Meanwhile, put the beans in a bowl with the egg, tomato purée and spices, and mash until smooth. Stir in the almonds and sweetcorn with the thyme, a third of the chopped garlic and the balsamic onions. Mix well and shape into about 8 balls the size of a walnut, and place on a baking tray lined with oiled baking parchment.
  • Heat oven to 220C/200C fan/gas 7 and bake the veggie meatballs for 15 mins until firm. Meanwhile, put the tomatoes, tomato purée and balsamic vinegar in a pan and cook with 2-3 tbsp water until pulpy, then stir in the remaining garlic and courgetti. Turn off the heat as you want to warm the noodles rather than cook them. Serve with the veggie meatballs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258 calories, Fat 11 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 24 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 12 grams sugar, Fiber 9 grams fiber, Protein 12 grams protein, Sodium 0.7 milligram of sodium

VEGETARIAN SWEDISH MEATBALLS



Vegetarian Swedish Meatballs image

Cremini mushrooms, chickpeas and bulgur wheat mimic the texture of ground meat in this vegetarian version of the classic Swedish meatball dish. Seasoned generously with allspice and nutmeg and blanketed in a velvety mushroom gravy, they are excellent served over egg noodles or mashed potatoes - or spooned onto a toasted hero (add sliced tangy pickles to balance out the richness). Leftover cooked meatballs can be frozen and reheated in a 425-degree oven until warmed through, about 15 minutes.

Provided by Kay Chun

Categories     dinner, finger foods, meatballs, vegetables, appetizer, main course, side dish

Time 50m

Yield 2 dozen meatballs

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 tablespoons bulgur wheat
4 cremini mushrooms, stemmed and quartered
1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed (about 1 1/2 cups)
1/3 cup plain bread crumbs
1/4 cup sour cream
1 large egg
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
3/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg
Canola oil, for greasing
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups mushroom stock (or vegetable stock)
1 tablespoon sour cream
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Make the meatballs: Heat oven to 375 degrees. Bring 1/4 cup water to a boil in a small saucepan. Add the bulgur, remove from heat, cover and let sit until tender, 15 minutes. Drain, pressing to remove excess water. Cool.
  • Meanwhile, in a food processor, pulse mushrooms until finely chopped with some pea-size pieces remaining (do not purée); transfer to a large bowl. Repeat with the chickpeas: Pulse, then add them to the large bowl. Add the bread crumbs, sour cream, egg, salt, allspice, pepper, onion powder, nutmeg and the cooled bulgur and mix until well blended. Form into 1 1/4-inch meatballs (about 2 teaspoons each; you should have about 24). Arrange on a greased baking sheet and bake, turning halfway, until golden, 18 to 20 minutes.
  • Make the gravy: While the meatballs bake, in a large nonstick saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add flour and cook, whisking constantly, until smooth and lightly golden, 2 minutes. Add stock and bring to a simmer. Cook, whisking, until thickened, 2 minutes. Whisk in sour cream, parsley and mustard; season to taste with salt and pepper (you should have about 1 cup gravy). Add meatballs and simmer, spooning sauce over meatballs, until nicely coated, about 2 minutes more. Serve warm.

Related Topics