Vegan Eggplant Cauliflower Meatballs
If there is one concept I’m trying to eat more of, it’s pasta! I’ve never been a pasta person, but it actually serves as the perfect medium to pack on the veggies. Today there are also healthier alternatives to standard pasta with the base being lentils or chickpeas etc.
I love to make everything from scratch and skip the pre-made options. That being said, I’ve tried a few vegan meatball concepts over the years, but have never been immensely impressed by anything. The texture was either too soft or it couldn’t be baked without drying out and the list goes on.
Until the Eggplant Cauliflower meatball.
What’s amazing about this meatball, is that it’s quick, easy, affordable, packed to the max with veggies, it naturally binds together, no need for vegan eggs, packs flavor, notes of roasted garlic, can easily be made in bulk, perf for any season, crispy, perfect for entertaining if you wanted to make it into small bites, can even pair it with zucchini noodles for an even healthier spin, and is non vegan approved!
If you’re searching for the perf baked veggie meatball to add to your cooking routine, these vegan Eggplant Cauliflower Meatballs are it!
Why this recipe is great:
Easy
Affordable
Can easily be made in bulk
Perf for any season
Non vegan approved
Baked not fried
Great texture
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Do you know the nutritional value without the marina? Trying to calculate weight watcher points :/
Hi Steph! I don’t utilize the calorie counters for recipes as many times they are not accurate. In terms of the sauce it depends which brand you use. I always opt for organic and whichever option has little to no added sugar. Tomato sauce typically laden with added sugars, so always check labels!
Oh wow! These were delish! Going plant based for January and came across this recipe. I did add dried Italian seasoning and minced parsley. So good.
Can I use jasmine rice instead?
You mention vegan parm cheese in the instructions but not in the measurements. How much goes in the meatballs?
You can add 1/2 cup, but it’s optional. They’ll still come out great!