Broccoli Meatballs with Garlic-Tomato Sauce Recipe

Name: Broccoli Meatballs with Garlic-Tomato Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 cups broccoli florets (1 large head); 1 cup raw almonds; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh basil; 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley; 2 cloves garlic, minced (2 tsp.); ⅛ tsp. cayenne pepper; 2 large eggs; 1 Tbs. olive oil; 1/4 cup diced white onion; 1 large garlic clove, finely chopped; 1 28-oz. can crushed tomatoes

Servings: persons

4 cups broccoli florets (1 large head)
1 cup raw almonds
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh basil
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
2 cloves garlic, minced (2 tsp.)
⅛ tsp. cayenne pepper
2 large eggs
1 Tbs. olive oil
1/4 cup diced white onion
1 large garlic clove, finely chopped
1 28-oz. can crushed tomatoes

1
To make Meatballs: Preheat oven to 350F.
2
Line baking sheet with parchment paper.
3
Steam broccoli florets 10 minutes, or until tender and bright green.
4
Cool.
5
Pulse almonds in food processor until finely ground.
6
Transfer to large mixing bowl.
7
Pulse steamed broccoli in food processor until chopped.
8
Transfer to bowl with ground almonds.
9
Add Parmesan, basil, parsley, garlic, and cayenne.
10
Season with salt and pepper, if desired.
11
Whisk eggs in small bowl, then stir eggs into broccoli mixture.
12
Shape mixture into 12 Meatballs by hand, pressing firmly to ensure Meatballs hold their shape.
13
Place on prepared baking sheet, and bake 25 minutes, or until golden brown.
14
To make Garlic-Tomato Sauce: Heat oil in large saucepan over medium heat.
15
Add onion and garlic, and cook 5 minutes, or until onion is soft.
16
Add tomatoes and their juice, and cook 20 minutes, or until sauce thickens, stirring occasionally.
17
Season with salt and pepper, if desired.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 cups broccoli florets (1 large head), 1 cup raw almonds, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh basil, and more.

Yes, Broccoli Meatballs with Garlic-Tomato Sauce falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Broccoli Meatballs with Garlic-Tomato Sauce

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