Brazilian recipe
Easy Homemade Vegetarian Meatballs
A recipe for vegetarian meatballs made with carrot and chayote, easy to make, perfect for a snack or a light and tasty meal.
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Ingredients
100 g breadcrumbs
200 g raw grated carrot (coarse grate)
200 g raw grated chayote (coarse grate)
100 g onion
10 g chopped parsley
10 g margarine
Salt to taste
200 g raw grated carrot (coarse grate)
200 g raw grated chayote (coarse grate)
100 g onion
10 g chopped parsley
10 g margarine
Salt to taste
Where to find ingredients
Ingredients for this recipe can be found in the produce section of most supermarkets. Breadcrumbs, parsley, and margarine are available in the baking or dairy aisles. Salt is a common pantry staple.
Preparation method
- In a bowl, mix the grated carrot and chayote, chopped onion, chopped parsley, breadcrumbs, and salt well
- Add the melted margarine to the mixture and incorporate until a homogeneous dough is obtained that can be shaped
- With lightly greased hands, shape small balls from the dough
- Place the meatballs on a greased baking sheet
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for approximately 20-30 minutes, or until golden brown and firm
Observations
Vegetarian meatballs are a delicious and versatile option to incorporate more vegetables into your diet. This recipe uses grated carrot and chayote, which add moisture and a slight sweetness to the mixture, combined with breadcrumbs for binding and onion for a flavor boost. They are great for a quick snack, as a side dish, or even as a main course, especially for those looking for meat alternatives.
The preparation is simple and does not require pre-cooking the vegetables, which speeds up the process. The meatballs are baked, resulting in a tender interior and a slightly crispy exterior, without the need for frying. Serve them warm and enjoy this healthy and nutritious appetizer.
The preparation is simple and does not require pre-cooking the vegetables, which speeds up the process. The meatballs are baked, resulting in a tender interior and a slightly crispy exterior, without the need for frying. Serve them warm and enjoy this healthy and nutritious appetizer.
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