Walnut Meatballs with Tzatziki Sauce
User Reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
1 hr
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Servings
3 Servings
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Calories
378 kcal
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Course
Appetizer
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Cuisine
Mediterranean, Vegan
Walnut Meatballs with Tzatziki Sauce
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These delicious walnut meatballs are so versatile and can be served however you like (my fav is with tzatziki).
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Ingredients
- 2 tbsp. olive oil divided
- 1 small white onion finely chopped
- 4 garlic cloves finely chopped
- 1 tbsp. umami spice
- 1 tbsp. oregano
- 1 tbsp. thyme
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1/4 cup capers
- 1/4 cup vegan feta
- 1/4 cup chickpeas rice, or lentils
- 1/2 cup walnuts pulsed to ground meat in the food processor
- Juice of 1 small lemon
- 1/4 cup panko
- handful fresh dill chopped
- Serve with 1 cup Tzatziki
Instructions
- Premake your Tzatziki sauce by following the recipe instructions and let it sit in the fridge for at least 1 hour before enjoying. It is best enjoyed after an overnight sit in the fridge. Note, it will continue to increase in flavor as it marinates.
- In a medium pot, add 1 tbsp. olive oil and gently cook your onions and garlic on medium heat for 5 minutes. Stirring frequently to prevent burning.
- To the pot, add all your seasoning and spices. Stir till all the onions and garlic are coated with the seasonings/spices. Cook for 2 minutes before adding the capers and feta. Stir and cook for 3 minutes.
- To the pot, add the chickpeas, rice, or lentils (or a combination) and cook/heat for 5 minutes.
- Remove the mixture from the pot and place it into a large mixing bowl. To the mixing bowl, add the panko and dill.
- To the same saucepan, heat 1 tbsp of olive oil on medium heat and then cook down your walnut ground for at least 5 minutes, stirring frequently. To incorporate all those beautiful flavours built up at the base on the pot, deglaze with lemon juice and stir/scrape aggressively to clear the base on the pot.
- Transfer the walnuts to the mixing bowl with the other ingredients and stir to combine. Let the mixture sit for 30 minutes before forming balls.
- Preheat the oven to 400F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Now you can form the "meatballs". I used a 1 1/2 tbsp. ice cream scoop to measure the size. I then rolled them and placed them on the baking sheet. Cook them for 35-40 minutes, flipping and turning at least twice to avoid any burning.
- Serve with fresh salad, grains, tzatziki or even as a part of a platter!
Notes
- Storage: Place the balls in a tightly sealed container in the fridge for up to one week. You can also, bake, seal and store in the freezer for up to 2 months. You can also premake, not bake and store in the freezer for up to two months. Cook them in a preheated 350F oven on a parchment-lined baking sheet for 30 minutes or until golden. Make sure you flip and move to avoid burning.
- Pre-make: If you want to premake the recipe I suggest making the recipe up till the baking step. Have them rolled and prepped in the fridge before baking. You can do this up to 48 hours in advance.
- Servings: This recipe serves 3 as a main meal but around 5-6 as an appetizer. Truthfully, I suggest doubling this recipe. They're that good.
- Oil: If you prefer to make this recipe oil-free, then simply use water or vegetable stock to cook/steam the ingredients like the onions/garlic and walnuts. I recommend 3-4 tbsp. water or stock to replace the 1 tbsp. olive oil.
- Seasonings/Spices: This recipe is quite versatile, so if you prefer or fancy other herbs/spices then we encourage you to have fun and play around with those ingredients.
- Gluten-Free: To make this recipe gluten-free, use gluten-free panko crumbs.
- Feta: Vegan feta is completely optional. If you prefer or aren't vegan, regular feta is fine!
Nutrition Information
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Serving
3
Calories
378kcal
(19%)
Carbohydrates
32.1g
(11%)
Protein
11.4g
(23%)
Fat
25.8g
(40%)
Saturated Fat
4.7g
(24%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
10.7g
Sodium
1229.5mg
(51%)
Fiber
5.7g
(23%)
Sugar
5.1g
(10%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 3Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 378 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 3 | |
| Calories | 378kcal | 19% |
| Carbohydrates | 32.1g | 11% |
| Protein | 11.4g | 23% |
| Fat | 25.8g | 40% |
| Saturated Fat | 4.7g | 24% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 10.7g | 63% |
| Sodium | 1229.5mg | 51% |
| Fiber | 5.7g | 23% |
| Sugar | 5.1g | 10% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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9 reviews
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