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Cheesy Zucchini "Meatballs"

I'm all about increasing our veggie consumption without having to try too hard, which is why I love this twist on Spaghetti and Meatballs! 

Prep Time
30 mins
Cook Time
30 mins
Total Time
45 mins
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • 4 ounces mozzarella cheese
  • 3 zucchinis medium, ends trimmed off
  • 2 eggs lightly beaten
  • 1/3 cup whole-wheat breadcrumbs
  • 1/3 cup Parmesan Cheese freshly grated
  • 2 tablespoons basil fresh, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Grease a large baking sheet with oil.
  2. Cut the mozzarella into 12 equal sized square pieces and set aside.
  3. Shred zucchinis using a food processor or hand cheese grater. Use a clean kitchen towel to wrap up the shredded zucchini and squeeze as much liquid as you can out of it (and discard).
  4. In a large bowl mix together the shredded zucchini, eggs, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, basil, garlic, and salt until well combined.
  5. It's time to form the "meatballs." Take a handful of the zucchini mixture, shove one of the mozzarella squares in the middle, then form it into a "meatball" with the mozzarella completely covered on the inside. Squeeze the "meatball" together tightly and discard any additional excess liquid. Repeat with remaining ingredients and place on the greased baking sheet.
  6. Bake for 14 to 16 minutes or until golden brown on the bottom. Serve warm over noodles with red sauce and (if desired) garnish with additional Parmesan cheese. Enjoy!

Notes

  • We recommend organic ingredients when feasible.
  • Nutrition Facts Cheesy Zucchini "Meatballs" Amount Per Serving Calories 207 Calories from Fat 108 % Daily Value* Fat 12g18%Saturated Fat 6g38%Cholesterol 112mg37%Sodium 687mg30%Potassium 446mg13%Carbohydrates 13g4%Fiber 2g8%Sugar 4g4%Protein 15g30% Vitamin A 730IU15%Vitamin C 28.5mg35%Calcium 274mg27%Iron 1.8mg10% * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
  • Calories 207
  • Calories from Fat 108
  • % Daily Value*
  • Fat 12g
  • 18%
  • Saturated Fat 6g
  • 38%
  • Cholesterol 112mg
  • 37%
  • Sodium 687mg
  • 30%
  • Potassium 446mg
  • 13%
  • Carbohydrates 13g
  • 4%
  • Fiber 2g
  • 8%
  • Sugar 4g
  • 4%
  • Protein 15g
  • 30%
  • Vitamin A 730IU
  • 15%
  • Vitamin C 28.5mg
  • 35%
  • Calcium 274mg
  • 27%
  • Iron 1.8mg
  • 10%