Beef and Quinoa Meatballs

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Here’s a delicious recipe for beef and quinoa meatballs that serves four people:

Ingredients:

For the Meatballs:

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1/2 cup cooked quinoa (cooled)
• 1/4 cup finely grated zucchini
• 1/4 cup finely grated carrot
• 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 egg
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

For the Sauce:

• 1 (14 oz) can of crushed tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, cooked quinoa, grated zucchini, grated carrot, chopped onion, minced garlic, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix everything together until well combined.
3. Shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1.5 inches in diameter, and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
4. Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes or until they are cooked through and slightly browned.
5. While the meatballs are baking, prepare the sauce. In a saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and pepper. Simmer the sauce for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. Once the meatballs are done, remove them from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes.
7. Serve the meatballs with the tomato sauce on top. You can also serve them with cooked quinoa or pasta, if desired.

Enjoy your beef and quinoa meatballs! They’re a flavorful and nutritious option for a satisfying meal.