This recipe for vegan meatballs is simple to prepare, rich in protein, and flavorful. A fantastic weeknight plant-based supper.
Ingredients:
- 1 can of chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup of breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup of ground flaxseed
- 1/4 cup of nutritional yeast
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon of Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a food processor, blend the chickpeas, breadcrumbs, flaxseed, nutritional yeast, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Roll the mixture into balls and place them on a baking sheet.
- Drizzle the olive oil over the meatballs.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.
Nutrition Facts (per serving, makes about 12 meatballs):
- Calories: 85
- Total Fat: 3.8g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 129mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 9.9g
- Dietary Fiber: 2.4g
- Sugars: 1.1g
- Protein: 3.4g
