NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

5 oz Ground beef (93% lean)

1 large egg

1 tbsp grated parmesan cheese

1 tbsp fresh parsley

0.25 tsp garlic powder

0.25 tsp onion powder

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

0.5 tsp extra virgin olive oil

0.5 cup tomato puree

1 clove garlic

0.25 tsp dried oregano

0.5 cup cooked whole wheat spaghetti

PREPARATION

• 1

  In a medium bowl, combine the ground beef, egg, parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, sea salt, and black pepper.

• 2

  Gently mix the ingredients by hand until just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat.

• 3

  Roll the mixture into small, uniform meatballs, approximately 1 inch in diameter.

• 4

  Heat the olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat and sear the meatballs until browned on all sides.

• 5

  Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.

• 6

  Pour in the tomato puree and dried oregano, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes until the meatballs are cooked through.

• 7

  Place the cooked whole wheat spaghetti in a bowl and top with the meatballs and savory tomato sauce.