If you’re looking for an easy and delicious meat-free meal, give these meatless meatballs a try. They’re perfect for a quick dinner or as part of a larger feast. With just a few simple ingredients, you can have them on the table in no time at all.
Are you looking for a meat-free meatball recipe that will make you forget about beef? Look no further! These delicious mouthwatering meatballs are made with simple ingredients, and they are so good that you won’t even miss the meat. Serve them as an appetizer at your next party or enjoy them as a main course with some delicious sides. No matter how you serve them, these meatless meatballs will surely please everyone!
Why you’ll Love these Red Bean Meatballs:
- Made with simple, wholesome ingredients
- Bursting with flavor and texture
- Deliciously meaty, yet meat-free
- Versatile and easy to customize to your tastes
- Perfect for serving as an appetizer or a main course
If you’re looking for a meatless meatball recipe that will impress your taste buds, look no further than these mouthwatering meatless meatballs. With their meaty texture and delicious savory flavor, they are sure to satisfy even the most die-hard meat lovers.
Equipment needed to make red bean meatballs
- Measuring cups (1 cup, 1/3 cup, 1/2 cup)
- Measuring spoons (tablespoon, teaspoon, 1/2 teaspoon)
- Large mixing bowl
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment paper
- Fork or potato masher
Ingredients for your meat-free meatballs
- 1 (40 oz) can of red beans
- 2 cups quick oats
- 1/3 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil, plus more to brush over during baking
- 1-1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon parsley
- 1 teaspoon basil
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan
How to make Meatless Meatballs
Serving Size: approx. 24 “meatballs” (depends on size)
Prep Time: 15-20 min
Cook Time: 30 min
Step 1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
Step 2. Drain and rinse beans and empty them into a large mixing bowl.
Step 3. Mash beans using the back of a fork or a potato masher.
Step 4. Add all other ingredients.
Step 5. Use your hands to mix everything together, squishing any large parts of beans left as you mix.
Step 6. Roll into balls (approx. 3 tbs of mixture) and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Step 7. Bake for 15 minutes.
Step 8. Brush olive oil all over each meatball and flip over.
Step 9. Bake for an additional 15 minutes or until browned. They will be crispy/crackled on the outside.
Step 10. Serve with your favorite pasta and sauce.
Delicious Meatless Meatballs Made with Red Beans
- 1 40 oz. can of red beans
- 2 cups quick oats
- 1/3 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil plus more to brush over during baking
- 1-1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon parsley
- 1 teaspoon basil
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan
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Preheat oven to 350°F.
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Drain and rinse beans and empty them into a large mixing bowl.
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Mash beans using the back of a fork or a potato masher.
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Add all other ingredients.
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Use your hands to mix everything together, squishing any large parts of beans left as you mix.
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Roll into balls (approx. 3 tbs of mixture) and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
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Bake for 15 minutes.
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Brush olive oil all over each meatball and flip over.
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Bake for an additional 15 minutes or until browned. They will be crispy/crackled on the outside.
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Serve with your favorite pasta and sauce.
What to Serve with your Red Bean Meatballs
Sides:
- Steamed broccoli or cauliflower – we love serving fresh steamed broccoli or cauliflower with a little lemon and butter.
- Baked potatoes
- Oven Roasted Yummy Potatoes – Oven Roasted RedSkin Potatoes with Herbs
- Healthy Tossed Salad
- Breadsticks
Desserts:
- Vanilla ice cream
- Fresh fruit
- Cookies or brownies
Popular Substitutions & Additions
- Feel free to use your favorite spices, seasonings, or herbs to customize the flavor of these meatless meatballs. Some popular additions include onion powder, chili powder, cumin, paprika, and sautéed onions/garlic.
- If you’re looking for a gluten-free meatball recipe, try replacing the oats with a gluten-free flour blend, or experimenting with your favorite nut flours. Looking to add some meaty texture? Try adding shredded meat, such as chicken or turkey, to your meatless meatballs.
Tips & tricks
- While rolling into a ball, press firmly and the mixture will come together. Rinse hands as needed.
- Would you like larger “meatballs”? Add more mixture when you are rolling into a ball. Add a few extra minutes if needed.
Best Way to Store Red Bean Meatballs Leftovers
It is best to store them either in the fridge or freezer. Make sure the meatballs are cooked a cooled before adding to a freezer bag and placed in the freezer. Meatballs that have been frozen will last a couple of months.
How long will Meat-free Meatballs Last in the Refrigerator?
Meat-free meatballs will last in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Just make sure to store in an airtight container. We prefer glass containers to plastic.
Can I Freeze Red Bean Meatballs?
Yes, meat-free meatballs freeze well and will last for up to 3 months in the freezer.
How to Reheat Red Bean Meatballs?
To reheat meat-free meatballs, simply place them on a baking sheet in the oven at 350°F until heated through, about 8-10 minutes. You can also microwave meat-free meatballs for 1-2 minutes or reheat them directly in your favorite pasta sauce.
Vegan or Vegetarian? Remember, just because a dish does not contain red meat, it does not make it fully vegan or vegetarian. It is important to look at all of the ingredients to make sure a dish falls into one of those categories. This is a meatless vegetarian meal. This meal contains eggs so it would not be considered Vegan.
Serve these meatless meatballs with your favorite pasta and sauce. Any pasta is a good choice, from shells to penne to spaghetti. These are perfect meatballs to have for dinner for “Meatless Monday.”
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Mushroom Vegetarian Stroganoff
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