Veggie-Packed Meatballs (easy, toddler-friendly, freezer-friendly)
Tender, juicy meatballs loaded with added veggies. Toddler-approved, freezer-friendly, and perfect for quick, healthy family dinners!
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground meat
- 1 egg
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ cup almond flour breadcrumbs, or oat flour
- ½ cup shredded zucchini lightly blotted
- ½ cup shredded carrot
- ¼ cup shredded cheese optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment.
- In a bowl, mix meat, egg, spices, binder, zucchini, carrot, and cheese (if using) until just combined.
- Form into small, toddler-bite sized balls and place evenly on baking sheet.
- Bake 15–20 minutes until cooked through (165°F for poultry, 160°F for beef/pork) and golden. Cool slightly before serving.
Notes
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