AMAZING VEGAN MEATBALLS | high protein & gluten-free

breadcrumbs

🥗Healthier: ground oats

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Ground oats are a healthier alternative, while crushed crackers can be a budget-friendly option.

nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: parmesan cheese

Parmesan cheese adds a similar umami flavor, though it's not vegan.

vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water

Water can be used as a base, but broth adds more flavor.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is a more affordable option for frying.

Start with a food processor.

Add 1 can of drained and rinsed white beans to the food processor.

Add 1/4 cup of chopped sun-dried tomatoes.

Add nutritional yeast for flavor.

Add cuna flakes or quick cooking oats.

Add tomato paste.

Add Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, hot pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.

Blend the mixture until it forms a sticky dough-like consistency.

Form the mixture into small balls using your hands.

Place the balls on a baking sheet.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Bake the meatballs for about 30 minutes, flipping them halfway through.

Once done, the meatballs should be nice and brown on both sides and crispy to the touch but soft inside.

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