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One-Pot Spaghetti and Vegan Meatballs

Refreshing and nutty falafel-based vegan meatballs, full of protein and nutrients, served over one-pot whole grain spaghetti with rich marinara sauce. Healthy and quick vegetarian weekday dinner idea!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 295 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Fusion , Middle Eastern

Ingredients

For the one-pot spaghetti:
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 400 ml or 13.5 oz can diced tomatoes with juice
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • salt
  • 4-5 sprigs fresh cilantro
  • 450 ml or 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 8 baked falafel balls warm
  • black pepper
  • a handful large green olives
  • 250 grams or 9 oz whole grain spelt spaghetti (whole wheat would fit too)
  • fresh cilantro to garnish
For the dressing:
  • 100 grams or 1/3 cup Greek yogurt or vegan yogurt
  • juice and zest of 1/2 lemon
  • 2 sprigs mint

Instructions

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  1. ONE-POT SPAGHETTI: Heat a lug of olive oil in a large pot or skillet over medium-heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until golden. Add diced tomatoes, tomato paste, a pinch of salt, cilantro and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil. Add olives, spaghetti (broken in half, if needed) and 2 falafel balls (use your hands or a fork to break it up into smaller pieces) and cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally to avoid clumping. Add more boiling water if needed. Discard the cilantro before serving.
  2. DRESSING: For the dressing, combine the yogurt, juice and zest of 1/2 lemon and mint leaves and pulse in a blender until combined.
  3. ASSEMBLE: Divide the spaghetti among 2 bowls, place 3 falafel balls on top of each bowl and drizzle with the yogurt dressing. Garnish with the chopped cilantro. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information

Calories 295kcal (15%) Carbohydrates 55g (18%) Protein 12g (24%) Fat 4g (6%) Cholesterol 1mg (0%) Sodium 507mg (21%) Potassium 408mg (12%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 4g (8%) Vitamin A 575IU (12%) Vitamin C 11.2mg (12%) Calcium 86mg (9%) Iron 3.4mg (19%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 295

% Daily Value*

Calories 295kcal 15%
Carbohydrates 55g 18%
Protein 12g 24%
Fat 4g 6%
Cholesterol 1mg 0%
Sodium 507mg 21%
Potassium 408mg 9%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 4g 8%
Vitamin A 575IU 12%
Vitamin C 11.2mg 12%
Calcium 86mg 9%
Iron 3.4mg 19%

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