Meatballs With Zucchini and Dill Recipe

Name: Meatballs With Zucchini and Dill
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef; ½ cup fresh breadcrumb (one slice); 1 large egg; ¼ cup chopped fresh dill; 1 teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon fresh ground pepper; ½ teaspoon grated lemon peel; 2 teaspoons vegetable oil; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 1 (14 ounce) can chicken broth; 1 lb zucchini, shredded - 3 cups; ½ teaspoon salt; ¼ cup chopped fresh dill; ¼ cup sour half-and-half cream; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1 lb bow tie pasta, cooked

Servings: persons

1 lb lean ground beef
½ cup fresh breadcrumb (one slice)
1 large egg
¼ cup chopped fresh dill
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon fresh ground pepper
½ teaspoon grated lemon peel
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 (14 ounce) can chicken broth
1 lb zucchini, shredded - 3 cups
½ teaspoon salt
¼ cup chopped fresh dill
¼ cup sour half-and-half cream
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 lb bow tie pasta, cooked

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Make meatballs:
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Combine beef, breadcrumbs, egg, dill, salt, pepperand lemon peel in large bowl until blended.
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Form into 1 1/2 inch balls.
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Heat oil in a large skillet over high heat.
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Add meatballs and cook until browned all over, five minutes.
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Stir cornstarch into broth until smooth; add to skillet.
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Bring to boil; reduce heat and simmer, covered, five minutes.
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Gently stir in zucchini and salt; cook one minute.
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Stir in dill, sour half-and-half and lemon juice.
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Toss with hot pasta.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb lean ground beef, ½ cup fresh breadcrumb (one slice), 1 large egg, ¼ cup chopped fresh dill, and more.

Yes, Meatballs With Zucchini and Dill 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Meatballs With Zucchini and Dill

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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