Quinoa Zucchini Meatballs

By Alqualonde

Ingredients

• 1 cup cooked quinoa
• 1 tsp. olive oil
• 1 small chopped onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 1 cup finely diced zucchini
• 1 tsp. oregano
• 2 tbsp. tomato paste
• 1 egg
• 1 egg white
• 1/2 cup whole wheat bread crumbs
• Salt and pepper

Details

Adapted from blogher.com

Preparation

Step 1

1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the onions and garlic and cook for 5-6 minutes until fragrant and softened.

3. Add the zucchini, oregano, tomato paste, salt, and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes until zucchini softens. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

4. Add to a bowl with the quinoa and stir to combine. Add the eggs, whole wheat bread crumbs, and salt/pepper if needed.

5. Roll into 16 meatballs, about 1 rounded tablespoon each, and place on the baking sheet.

6. Bake for 12 minutes on the first side. Flip over and bake for 10 more minutes.