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Meatballs Without Eggs in a white bowl, served with cucumber and mixed greens.

Meatballs without Eggs

Handsome man wearing glasses and a blue polka dot shirt with a Williams Sonoma apron at a cozy kitchen counter.Jonathan Porter
5 from 2 votes
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4
Calories 417 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 pound ground beef 85% lean
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons for the mixture and 1 tablespoon for drizzling
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup onion finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F
  • In a large bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and milk. Let it sit for 2 to 3 minutes so that the breadcrumbs absorb the milk and soften.
  • Mix in the Parmesan, onion, parsley, garlic, salt, pepper, oregano, and olive oil. Stir gently until everything is combined.
  • Add the ground beef and mix with your hands until it's just combined.
    Ingredients for meatballs without eggs ready to be mixed.
  • Shape the mixture into 1 1/2-inch meatballs and place the meatballs in the fridge for about 15 minutes. This helps them firm up and retain their shape before baking.
    Shaping raw Meatballs Without Eggs on a grey plate.
  • Place the meatballs on a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Drizzle a touch of olive oil over them to help them brown while they bake.
    Flavored raw meatballs with herbs on baking sheet ready to cook.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes or until the meatballs are cooked through and have an internal temperature of 160°F.
    Savory homemade meatballs on a baking sheet with parchment paper, perfect for Italian or family dinners.
  • Serve the meatballs with your favorite pasta and sauce, or enjoy them as a standalone dish with a side of veggies.

Nutrition

Calories: 417kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 24gFat: 29gSaturated Fat: 11gSodium: 874mgFiber: 1g
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