BEEF AND QUINOA MEATBALLS

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Found this at wholefoodsmarket.com. Serving with pasta and marinara, or with sauce on a hoagie, is suggested. My whole family loved them, and they're a fussy bunch. A great way to work in some whole grains and veggies. Next time I will at least double this recipe.

Provided by LonghornMama

Categories     Grains

Time 27m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb extra lean ground beef
3/4 cup cooked quinoa (see note)
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1/4 cup grated carrot
1/4 cup grated zucchini
2 tablespoons ketchup
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1 egg

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 500°F Line a large baking sheet with foil then spray with cooking spray; set aside.
  • In a large bowl, mix together all ingredients until well combined. Shape into 16 balls and transfer to prepared baking sheet. Bake until cooked through and golden brown, 12-15 minutes.
  • Note: To cook quinoa, bring 1 cup water to a boil in a small pot. Pour in ½ cup quinoa, cover and simmer until water is absorbed, 10-12 minutes. Remove from heat, let stand covered for 10 minutes, then fluff with a fork. Makes about 1 1/2 cups.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 237.6, Fat 7.6, SaturatedFat 3, Cholesterol 116.8, Sodium 727.6, Carbohydrate 12.5, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 2.9, Protein 28.4

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