Seitan Meatballs with Winter Tomato Sauce Recipe

Name: Seitan Meatballs with Winter Tomato Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 15-oz. can diced tomatoes; 3 Tbs. olive oil; 3 cloves garlic, minced (about 1 Tbs.); 2 tsp. dried basil; 1 16-oz. pkg. seitan; 1/2 cup pecans; 1/2 cup whole-wheat breadcrumbs; 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley; 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil; 3 Tbs. olive oil, divided; 3 cloves garlic, minced (about 1 Tbs.); 1 tsp. low-sodium soy sauce; ⅛ tsp. dried oregano; 1 tsp. egg replacer powder; 16 oz. whole-wheat pasta

Servings: persons

1 15-oz. can diced tomatoes
3 Tbs. olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced (about 1 Tbs.)
2 tsp. dried basil
1 16-oz. pkg. seitan
1/2 cup pecans
1/2 cup whole-wheat breadcrumbs
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
3 Tbs. olive oil, divided
3 cloves garlic, minced (about 1 Tbs.)
1 tsp. low-sodium soy sauce
⅛ tsp. dried oregano
1 tsp. egg replacer powder
16 oz. whole-wheat pasta

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To make Winter Tomato Sauce:
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Simmer all ingredients in partially covered saucepan 25 minutes.
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Season with salt and pepper.
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To make Seitan Meatballs:
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Preheat oven to 400F.
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Coat baking sheet with cooking spray.
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Blend seitan in food processor until crumbly.
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Add pecans, and pulse until combined.
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Transfer to bowl.
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Stir in breadcrumbs, herbs, 1 Tbs.
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oil, garlic, soy sauce and oregano.
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Whisk egg replacer with 1/4 cup water until frothy.
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Fold egg replacer into seitan mixture.
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Shape mixture into 18 balls.
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Place on prepared baking sheet, and brush with 1 Tbs.
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remaining oil.
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Bake 20 minutes, turning once, or until crusty and lightly browned.
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Meanwhile, prepare pasta according to package directions.
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Drain, and divide among serving bowls.
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Top with sauce and meatballs, and serve.

1909

kcal

Calories

163

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 15-oz. can diced tomatoes, 3 Tbs. olive oil, 3 cloves garlic, minced (about 1 Tbs.), 2 tsp. dried basil, and more.

Yes, Seitan Meatballs with Winter 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Seitan Meatballs with Winter Tomato Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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