Low Sodium Classic Meatballs with Gravy

Treat yourself to comfort food at its finest with these Low Sodium Classic Meatballs with Gravy, a heart-healthy twist on a traditional favorite. This recipe combines tender beef and pork meatballs, delicately flavored with fresh parsley, grated onion, garlic, and Italian seasoning, ensuring every bite is packed with flavor despite the reduced sodium content. A rich, velvety gravy made from unsalted beef broth and a touch of butter accompanies the perfectly browned meatballs, creating a satisfying meal that’s kind to your heart without sacrificing taste. Ready in under an hour, these meatballs are perfect served over fluffy mashed potatoes or egg noodles, making them an ideal weeknight dinner or cozy weekend indulgence. Whether you're watching your sodium intake or just craving a classic dish reimagined, this recipe hits all the right notes.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 0.5 pound Ground pork
• 0.5 cup Bread crumbs
• 0.25 cup Milk
• 1 large Egg
• 0.5 cup Onion, grated
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 cups Unsalted beef broth
• 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter

Directions

Step 1

In a mixing bowl, combine the bread crumbs and milk. Let it sit for 5 minutes to allow the bread crumbs to soak up the milk.

Step 2

Add the ground beef, ground pork, egg, grated onion, minced garlic, chopped parsley, black pepper, and Italian seasoning to the bowl with the soaked bread crumbs.

Step 3

Mix everything until just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat mixture.

Step 4

Form the mixture into 1-inch meatballs by rolling between your hands. You should have about 16-20 meatballs.

Step 5

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs in batches, cooking them until browned on all sides, about 8 minutes total. Remove meatballs and set aside.

Step 6

In the same skillet, add the beef broth and bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.

Step 7

In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water until smooth. Slowly pour the cornstarch mixture into the simmering broth, stirring constantly until the gravy thickens, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 8

Reduce the heat to low and add the unsalted butter to the gravy, stirring until melted.

Step 9

Return the meatballs to the skillet, spooning the gravy over them to coat.

Step 10

Cover and cook the meatballs in the gravy on low heat for about 10 more minutes, ensuring they are cooked through.

Step 11

Taste and adjust seasoning with pepper if needed. Serve the meatballs hot, with a generous amount of gravy, over mashed potatoes or pasta.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1548.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2628.4

Total Fat 192.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 71.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.6g
Cholesterol 792.2mg	0%
Sodium 1088.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 72.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.3g	0%
Total Sugars 13.8g
Protein 160.6g	0%

Vitamin D 80.6IU	0%
Calcium 386.0mg	0%
Iron 15.1mg	0%
Potassium 1619.5mg	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: 65.1%

Protein: 24.1%

Carbs: 10.8%