Ingredients
– 1 pound ground beef (or turkey)
– 1 cup breadcrumbs
– 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
– 1 large egg
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
– 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
– 2 cups cooked rice
– 2 cups mixed vegetables (e.g., bell peppers, zucchini, carrots)
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
Creating Meatballs with Rice & Roasted Veggies is straightforward if you follow these simple steps:
1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Prepare Meatball Mixture: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, egg, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Mix until well combined.
3. Form Meatballs: Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
4. Prepare Vegetables: In a separate bowl, toss the mixed vegetables with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Spread them out on another baking sheet.
5. Bake Meatballs: Place the meatballs in the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes or until cooked through.
6. Roast Vegetables: While the meatballs are baking, roast the vegetables for about 20 minutes, or until they are tender and slightly caramelized.
7. Cook Rice: If you haven’t done so already, prepare the rice according to package instructions.
8. Assemble the Dish: Once everything is cooked, serve the meatballs on a bed of rice, topped with roasted veggies.
9. Garnish: Optionally, sprinkle additional parsley or Parmesan cheese on top for added flavor.
These steps will guide you in creating this incredible dish effortlessly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 30g