Create a hearty meal that will please the whole family. These meatballs are packed with wholesome, nutritious ingredients like lean ground beef and quinoa and can be served over pasta or in lettuce leaves.
Course:
Main Dish
Cuisine:
American, Italian
Servings: 6servings (24 mini meatballs)
Ingredients
1cup cooked and cooled quinoa (from approximately ½ cup dry)
1pound90% lean ground beef
5ounces crumbled Feta cheeseI used Artisan Reserve brand
1tablespoonchopped fresh parseley
1 teaspooncourse ground black pepper
1teaspoonsalt
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with foil and spray with cooking spray; set aside.
In a large bowl, mix together cooked quinoa, ground beef, cheese, parseley, salt and peppers until well combined. Using hands or a melon-baller, shape into 24 balls and transfer to the prepared baking sheet.
Roast in oven until cooked through and golden brown, 15 to 18 minutes (internal temperature should reach 165 F degrees).
Serve as desired -- in lettuce leaves, with pasta or in a sandwich are some ideas to get you started!