• 15
    min
    Prep Time
  • 25
    min
    Cook Time
  • 40
    min
    Ready in

  • per
    Yield
  • 250
    cal
    Calories
  • User Review:
    0
  • User Rating:

Recipe Overview

  • Author’s name:Vegor
  • Recipe type:Dinner
  • Allergens:gluten
  • Seasons:spring,summer,fall,winter
  • Cuisines:
  • Courses:dinner

Recipe Description

Our Classic Vegan Meatballs redefine tradition by using plant-based ingredients to create a hearty, satisfying experience reminiscent of your favourite Italian dishes. Meticulously crafted with a blend of chickpeas, vital wheat gluten, and a specially curated mix of herbs and spices, this recipe offers a delightful combination of flavors and textures that even meat-lovers would admire. Each meatball is browned to perfection, ensuring a crispy exterior that leads to a tender, mouth-watering bite. Perfect for spaghetti nights, nestled in a sub, or as a savory appetizer, these meatballs promise a versatile option that will be a hit at any dining table. Discover a new classic with our vegan meatballs, where compassion meets comfort without compromise.

Ingredients

  • 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 cup vital wheat gluten
  • 1/4 cup nutritional yeast
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup vegetable broth
  • 2 tbsp olive oil for frying

Steps:

  1. Mash chickpeas in a large bowl until no whole pieces are left.
  2. Add vital wheat gluten, nutritional yeast, garlic, oregano, basil, salt, pepper, soy sauce, and vegetable broth to the chickpeas. Mix until well combined.
  3. Form the mixture into balls.
  4. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Cook meatballs, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides, about 10-15 minutes.
  5. Serve with your favorite pasta sauce and spaghetti, or enjoy as an appetizer.

Similar recipes that you might like:

PICKED

Vegan Chana Masala

This Vegan Chana Masala is a delectable Indian dish that offers a symphony of flavors

  • 0 comments
PICKED

Goi Cuon Chay

Fresh and healthy vegan spring rolls packed with crisp vegetables, vermicelli noodles, and tofu, served with a side of hoisin-peanut sauce

  • 0 comments
PICKED

Portobello Tacos

Juicy, marinated portobello mushrooms serve as the meaty centerpiece of these tacos, stuffed into warm tortillas and topped with a vibrant array of…

  • 0 comments

Dinner, Italian | No Comments » on Vegan Meatballs

Leave a Reply