Seitan Meatballs

Packed with bold, savory flavors, these Seitan Meatballs are a plant-based protein powerhouse perfect for your next family dinner. Made from vital wheat gluten and chickpea flour, these meatballs are seasoned with garlic, onion powder, smoked paprika, and Italian herbs for a rich, robust taste. Simmered in vegetable broth for maximum tenderness and pan-seared to golden perfection, they’re versatile enough to pair with marinara sauce over pasta, tossed into a hearty sub, or served as a delectable appetizer. With just 25 minutes of prep time, this vegan recipe is ideal for anyone seeking a protein-rich, cruelty-free alternative to traditional meatballs. Whether you're a seasoned vegan or simply curious, these seitan meatballs promise to impress your taste buds and elevate your next meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Vital wheat gluten
• 2 tablespoons Chickpea flour
• 2 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Dried basil
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Tomato paste
• 3 cups Vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the dry ingredients: vital wheat gluten, chickpea flour, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper.

Step 2

In a separate bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients: soy sauce, tomato paste, and 3/4 cup of water.

Step 3

Pour the wet mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients and mix until it forms a dough. Knead the dough with your hands for about 2-3 minutes until it becomes elastic and firm.

Step 4

Divide the dough into 16 equal pieces and roll each piece into a small ball to form meatballs.

Step 5

In a large pot, heat the vegetable broth over medium heat until it begins to simmer.

Step 6

Gently add the seitan meatballs to the simmering broth. Cover the pot with a lid and let them simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure even cooking.

Step 7

Remove the meatballs from the broth and place them on a plate to cool slightly.

Step 8

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the meatballs and cook for about 5 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are browned on all sides.

Step 9

Serve the seitan meatballs warm with your favorite sauce, over pasta, or on a sandwich. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1040.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1509.2

Total Fat 40.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.8g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4110.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 97.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.3g	0%
Total Sugars 14.6g
Protein 194.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 480.2mg	0%
Iron 19.0mg	0%
Potassium 2220.4mg	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: 23.6%

Protein: 51.0%

Carbs: 25.4%