Low Sodium Savory Pork Meatballs

Elevate your mealtime with these Low Sodium Savory Pork Meatballs, a healthier twist on a classic comfort food, bursting with flavor despite their reduced salt content. Crafted from tender ground pork, unsalted breadcrumbs, and a touch of grated Parmesan cheese, these meatballs are perfectly seasoned with garlic and onion powder, dried herbs like oregano and basil, and a hint of fresh parsley and zesty lemon. Lightly browned in olive oil and finished in the oven, they achieve a golden exterior while remaining juicy and moist. Ready in just 35 minutes, these easy-to-make meatballs are perfect for a family dinner, served alongside roasted vegetables, pasta, or a light salad. Whether you're looking to reduce sodium in your diet or create a delicious make-ahead meal, these savory meatballs are sure to become a new favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground pork
• 0.5 cup Unsalted breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 large Egg
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon Dried basil
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
• 0.5 teaspoon Lemon zest
• 0.25 cup Water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground pork, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and the egg.

Step 3

Add the garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, dried basil, and black pepper to the mixture, and mix well to ensure all ingredients are evenly combined.

Step 4

Stir in the fresh parsley and the lemon zest, and mix again.

Step 5

Gradually add the water to the mixture to keep it moist, ensuring not to overdo it. The mixture should be slightly sticky, but still able to hold together.

Step 6

Using your hands, shape the mixture into small, equally sized balls, about 1.5 inches in diameter, and place them on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 7

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.

Step 8

Carefully add the meatballs to the skillet in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan; cook the meatballs just until they are browned on all sides.

Step 9

Transfer the browned meatballs to the prepared baking sheet.

Step 10

Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the meatballs reaches 160°F (71°C).

Step 11

Remove from the oven and let the meatballs rest for a few minutes before serving.

Step 12

Serve the meatballs as desired, perhaps with a side of vegetables or pasta.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(693.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2041.5

Total Fat 139.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 46.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.6g
Cholesterol 647.8mg	0%
Sodium 1180.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 49.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.2g	0%
Total Sugars 3.6g
Protein 140.4g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 520.1mg	0%
Iron 8.8mg	0%
Potassium 325.9mg	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: 62.3%

Protein: 27.9%

Carbs: 9.9%