Grain-free Meatballs + Marinara Sauce Recipe
Grain-free Meatballs + Marinara Sauce recipe is a healthy, quick and easy meal idea that's perfect for a family dinner on a busy weeknight.
Servings 6 servings
Calories 431kcal
Ingredients
FOR THE MEATBALLS:
- 1 pound fresh ground sirloin
- 1 pound ground pork
- 2 large eggs , beaten
- ½-3/4 cup fresh grated Pecorino Romano or Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon garlic , minced
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon each salt and pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
FOR THE MARINARA SAUCE:
- 1 14.5 ounce can fire roasted diced tomatoes , undrained
- 1 14.5 ounce diced tomatoes , undrained
- 2 garlic cloves , minced
- ¼ cup onion , finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
FOR THE MEATBALLS:
- Place all ingredients in large bowl, mix well, and shape into desired ball size.
- Put the olive oil in a heavy bottomed pan and heat over medium heat. When the pan is heated, put in the meatballs, leaving a little space in-between each, and brown on all sides. Remove and set aside.
FOR THE MARINARA SAUCE:
- Using the same pan, leave about 1 tablespoon of meatball drippings, and saute onion over medium low heat until soft.
- Add the garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add both cans of tomatoes, with their liquid, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for about an hour, stirring occasionally.
- Mix in the basil and add salt and pepper to taste. Add the meatballs to the sauce and heat through. Serve over pasta, sauteed cabbage, zucchini noodles, etc.
Notes
- Can substitute ground turkey or chicken for the ground sirloin or pork
- Can freeze leftover sauce and meatballs in a tightly covered freezer proof container for up to 3 months
Nutrition
Calories: 431kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 34g | Fat: 28g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 166mg | Sodium: 527mg | Potassium: 758mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 285IU | Vitamin C: 14.9mg | Calcium: 182mg | Iron: 5.3mg