Yummy Meatballs

Almost everyone loves meatballs—and this gut-healthy recipe wonʼt disappoint. Alone, or paired with sauce, these meatballs will be a favorite for the whole family.

Serves: 6Hands-on: 15 minutesTotal: 30 minutesDifficulty: Easy

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Serves: 6

Ingredients

  • 2 Tbsp. olive oil, divided
  • 1 medium yellow onion, minced
  • 1 medium green bell pepper, minced
  • 2 tsp. minced garlic
  • 1 lb. lean ground beef
  • 1 tsp. all-natural sea salt
  • 1 tsp. ground black pepper
  • 1 large egg

Directions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Add 1 teaspoon olive oil to a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Add onion, pepper, and garlic to skillet; sauté until soft. Remove from heat and let cool.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, sautéed onion and peppers, salt, pepper, and egg; use your hands to mix well. Form mixture into 24 (1½") balls.
  • Brush the rack of a roasting pan with remaining olive oil to coat lightly, and place over the roasting pan. Place meatballs 1 inch apart on rack.
  • Bake for 10 minutes. Turn, and bake for another 10 minutes, or until completely cooked through.