YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Juicy Lean Beef Meatballs with Fresh Marinara and Roasted Vegetables
Savor a comforting plate of lean beef meatballs steeped in a vibrant, homemade marinara sauce paired with oven-roasted vegetables. The meatballs are tender and packed with flavor, while the fresh, zesty sauce and charred vegetables add a delightful contrast in texture and taste.
INGREDIENTS
5 oz Lean Ground Beef
1 large Egg
1/2 cup Homemade Marinara Sauce
1/2 cup chopped Zucchini
1/2 cup chopped Red Bell Pepper
1/4 cup sliced Red Onion
1 tsp Olive Oil
1 clove Garlic
Fresh Basil (4 leaves, optional)
Salt and Pepper to taste
PREPARATION
Preheat your oven to 400°F.
In a mixing bowl, combine the lean ground beef, egg, minced garlic, a few torn basil leaves, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined; avoid over-mixing to keep the meatballs tender.
Form the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter.
Place the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until cooked through.
While the meatballs are baking, prepare the roasted vegetables. In a bowl, toss the chopped zucchini, red bell pepper, and red onion with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Spread the vegetables onto another baking sheet and roast in the oven for about 12-15 minutes until tender and slightly charred.
Warm the homemade marinara sauce in a small saucepan over low heat.
Serve the meatballs drizzled with the warm marinara sauce alongside the roasted vegetables. Garnish with extra fresh basil if desired.