Vegetarian Savory Vegetable Meatballs

Elevate your vegetarian meals with these hearty and flavorful Vegetarian Savory Vegetable Meatballs! Packed with wholesome ingredients like protein-rich chickpeas, grated carrot, and zucchini, these veggie-packed "meatballs" are seasoned to perfection with garlic, Parmesan cheese, and a medley of dried herbs including oregano and basil. Lightly brushed with olive oil and baked until golden brown, they achieve a satisfying texture that’s perfect for pairing with your favorite marinara sauce and pasta, or serving as a crowd-pleasing appetizer with a dipping sauce. Ready in just 45 minutes, this easy-to-make recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or entertaining. Whether you're a vegetarian or simply looking for a nutritious twist on a classic comfort food, these vegetable meatballs deliver on both taste and convenience!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 can (15 oz) Chickpeas
• 1 cup Breadcrumbs
• 1 medium, grated Carrot
• 1 medium, grated and excess moisture removed Zucchini
• 0.5 medium, finely chopped Onion
• 2 cloves, minced Garlic
• 0.5 cup, grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 large Egg
• 2 tablespoons, chopped Fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon, dried Oregano
• 1 teaspoon, dried Basil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Drain and rinse the chickpeas from the can. Place them in a food processor and pulse until they are slightly mashed, but still a bit chunky.

Step 3

Transfer the mashed chickpeas to a large mixing bowl. Add breadcrumbs, grated carrot, grated zucchini (make sure to squeeze out excess moisture), chopped onion, minced garlic, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, fresh parsley, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Mix everything together thoroughly using your hands or a spatula until well combined.

Step 5

Shape the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 6

Brush each meatball lightly with olive oil to help with browning.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the meatballs are golden brown and firm to the touch.

Step 8

Allow the meatballs to cool for a few minutes before serving.

Step 9

Serve with your favorite pasta and marinara sauce or enjoy as an appetizer with a dipping sauce of your choice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(574.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1130.3

Total Fat 57.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.7g
Cholesterol 264.0mg	0%
Sodium 4775.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 119.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.0g	0%
Total Sugars 25.3g
Protein 44.1g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 641.5mg	0%
Iron 8.7mg	0%
Potassium 862.5mg	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: 44.0%

Protein: 15.1%

Carbs: 40.9%