These beetroot meatballs are not just vibrant and delicious, but also packed with nutrients thanks to the rich flavors of fresh ingredients. Perfect for a cozy dinner or a family meal, they bring a delightful color and a unique taste to your table. Enjoy them simmered in a savory tomato sauce and topped with fresh parsley for a heartwarming finish!
Beetroot Meatballs recipe
Description
These beetroot meatballs are not just vibrant and delicious, but also packed with nutrients thanks to the rich flavors of fresh ingredients. Perfect for a cozy dinner or a family meal, they bring a delightful color and a unique taste to your table. Enjoy them simmered in a savory tomato sauce and topped with fresh parsley for a heartwarming finish!
Ingredients for Beetroot Meatballs
Main Ingredients
Instructions
Preparation Steps
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Sautéing the Base
In a pan, sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic in sunflower oil until translucent. Add the organic tomato sauce and water, and let it cook for about 10 minutes.
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Mixing the Ingredients
In a bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, grated beetroot, egg white, and quinoa/amaranth flakes. Mix until well combined.
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Forming and Cooking Meatballs
Form small balls from the mixture and gently place them in the tomato sauce. Cover and let them simmer for 15 minutes on low heat.
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Serving
Sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley and serve warm.
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 679kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 37.7g59%
- Saturated Fat 12.4g62%
- Trans Fat 1.8g
- Cholesterol 107mg36%
- Sodium 774.4mg33%
- Potassium 1345.0mg39%
- Total Carbohydrate 46.7g16%
- Dietary Fiber 7.5g30%
- Sugars 10.8g
- Protein 38.7g78%
- Vitamin A 50.19 IU
- Vitamin C 22.49 mg
- Calcium 102.07 mg
- Iron 6.84 mg
- Vitamin D 0.15 IU
- Vitamin E 4.97 IU
- Vitamin K 69.15 mcg
- Thiamin 0.31 mg
- Riboflavin 0.63 mg
- Niacin 8.54 mg
- Vitamin B6 0.98 mg
- Folate 166.80 mcg
- Vitamin B12 3.24 mcg
- Phosphorus 515.64 mg
- Magnesium 151.31 mg
- Zinc 8.22 mg
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
These meatballs freeze well, making them a great make-ahead option!
User Reviews
So easy to make and perfect for meal prep!
A lovely recipe! I made it for my kids and they loved it!
These meatballs are delicious and the beetroot adds a great flavor!