Best Ever Meat Balls

Prep: 15 min Cook: 30 min Cuisine: American

Juicy, flavorful meatballs made with lean hamburger, cheese, and vegetables, perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, simmered in a savory sauce for added richness.

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb. lean hamburger
  • 1/2 c. cracker crumbs
  • 1/2 c. minced green pepper
  • 1/2 c. minced onion
  • 1/4 c. chopped cheese
  • 1 egg
  • salt and pepper

Instructions

  1. Form the mixture into balls about the size of a silver dollar.
  2. Simmer the meatballs in the sauce for about 30 minutes.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

301 kcal 15% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 10.2g 20% DV
Total Fat 12g 15% DV
Carbs 38.9g 14% DV
Fiber 1.3g 5% DV
Sugar 3.8g 8% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10285.8mg 100% DV
Potassium 320.5mg 7% DV
Cholesterol 81.5mg 27% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 48.8mcg 5% DV
Vitamin C 20.7mg 23% DV
Calcium 239.5mg 18% DV
Iron 1.6mg 9% DV
Diet fit Under 400 cal
Contains Milk Egg Wheat/Gluten

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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