Brazilian recipe
Easy Homemade Vegetarian Meatballs (Almôndegas vegetarianas caseiras fáceis)
A simple vegetarian meatball recipe with carrot and chayote, baked until golden and perfect for a quick snack or light meal.
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Ingredients
100 g breadcrumbs
200 g grated raw carrot (coarse grater)
200 g grated raw chayote (coarse grater)
100 g onion
10 g chopped parsley
10 g margarine
Salt to taste
200 g grated raw carrot (coarse grater)
200 g grated raw chayote (coarse grater)
100 g onion
10 g chopped parsley
10 g margarine
Salt to taste
Where to find ingredients
Find the ingredients at local markets and supermarkets: carrots, chayote, onion, parsley, breadcrumbs, margarine, and salt are usually in the produce aisle, bakery aisle, and dry goods section.
Preparation method
- In a bowl, mix the grated carrot and chayote, chopped onion, chopped parsley, breadcrumbs, and salt until well combined
- Add the melted margarine and mix until you get a smooth mixture that can be shaped
- With lightly greased hands, shape the mixture into small balls
- Arrange the meatballs on a greased baking tray
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C for approximately 20-30 minutes, or until golden and firm
Observations
Vegetarian meatballs are a delicious, versatile way to add more vegetables to your meals. This recipe uses grated carrot and chayote, which bring moisture and a mild sweetness to the mixture, along with breadcrumbs for binding and onion for extra flavor. They are great for a quick snack, as a side dish, or even as a main course, especially for anyone looking for meat-free alternatives.
The method is simple and does not require pre-cooking the vegetables, which makes the process faster. The meatballs are baked, giving them a tender texture inside and a lightly crisp finish outside, with no need for frying. Serve them warm and enjoy this healthy, nourishing snack.
The method is simple and does not require pre-cooking the vegetables, which makes the process faster. The meatballs are baked, giving them a tender texture inside and a lightly crisp finish outside, with no need for frying. Serve them warm and enjoy this healthy, nourishing snack.
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