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Easy Oven Baked Pork And Zucchini Meatballs

These easy oven-baked meatballs are packed with lean pork, zucchini and delicious Italian flavor. Perfect to freeze ahead for meal prep too.

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings: 16 pieces
Calories: 111 kcal
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 large zucchini shredded
  • 1 pound extra lean ground pork
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs regular or Italian breadcrumbs, can use panko bread crumbs which also makes the recipe gluten free.
  • 1 tablespoon oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • 1 tablespoon parsley
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

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  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  2. Line a baking sheet with Shred zucchini finely either with a food processor or a cheese grater.
  3. Using a clean kitchen towel or paper towels, remove all excess water from the zucchini. You want to remove as much liquid as possible for best results. 
  4. Add lean pork to a large bowl, and then add zucchini, egg, breadcrumbs, and all of the spices. Mix well until combined. For best results mix with hands briefly.
  5. Roll meatballs into one inch balls and place on baking sheet. If desired, add broccoli onto the same pan. 
  6. Bake for 17-20 minutes or until meatballs are cooked all the way through and no longer pink.

Notes

  • Add broccoli to the same pan for a quick side. Here's what you need:
  • Toss chopped broccoli in olive oil and spices, then add to the pan. Cook for 15 minutes alongside the meatballs. I just add it to the pan after the meatballs have cooked for five minutes.
  • 1 medium head broccoli chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon oregano
  • 1 teaspoon garlic
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • Ask at the butcher or meat counter for extra lean pork for a super flavorful meatball.
  • Dry the zucchini with a kitchen towel or paper towel to remove all excess moisture and allows your meatballs to form much better.

Nutrition Information

Calories 111kcal (6%) Carbohydrates 6g (2%) Protein 6g (12%) Fat 7g (11%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 3g Trans Fat 0.001g Cholesterol 32mg (11%) Sodium 217mg (9%) Potassium 161mg (5%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 86IU (2%) Vitamin C 4mg (4%) Calcium 28mg (3%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 16pieces

Amount Per Serving

Calories 111

% Daily Value*

Calories 111kcal 6%
Carbohydrates 6g 2%
Protein 6g 12%
Fat 7g 11%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 3g 15%
Trans Fat 0.001g 0%
Cholesterol 32mg 11%
Sodium 217mg 9%
Potassium 161mg 3%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 86IU 2%
Vitamin C 4mg 4%
Calcium 28mg 3%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.