Lazy Meatballs

Whip up a comforting and crowd-pleasing meal with these flavorful Lazy Meatballs, a simple recipe that doesn’t skimp on taste! Perfect for busy weeknights, these tender, oven-baked meatballs come together with just 10 minutes of prep and are infused with the delicious blend of Parmesan, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and more. Drizzled with olive oil for a golden finish and simmered in your favorite marinara sauce, these meatballs are bursting with savory goodness. Serve them over pasta, tuck them into a sub, or enjoy them as a tasty appetizer—versatility is the name of the game. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy meatball recipe is perfect for satisfying cravings without the fuss.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams ground beef
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 1 large egg
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 cups your favorite marinara sauce

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with cooking spray.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently with your hands until just combined—avoid overmixing to keep the meatballs tender.

Step 3

Using a tablespoon or small ice cream scoop, portion out the meat mixture and roll it into balls about 1.5 inches in diameter. Place them evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 4

Drizzle the olive oil over the meatballs (to keep them juicy and give them a golden finish).

Step 5

Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the meatballs are cooked through and reach an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).

Step 6

While the meatballs are baking, heat the marinara sauce in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 7

Once the meatballs are done, transfer them to the skillet with the marinara sauce and simmer for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 8

Serve the meatballs warm over spaghetti, in a sub sandwich, or as an appetizer with toothpicks. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1186.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2132.1

Total Fat 130.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 46.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.3g
Cholesterol 595.7mg	0%
Sodium 5303.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 135.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.6g	0%
Total Sugars 38.1g
Protein 122.3g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 457.1mg	0%
Iron 18.9mg	0%
Potassium 2849.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.4%

Protein: 22.2%

Carbs: 24.5%