Side Dish

Meatballs simmered in Tomato-Carrot Sauce is for Side Dish.

Meatballs simmered in Tomato-Carrot Sauce takes 20 minutes to prepare.

Meatballs simmered in Tomato-Carrot Sauce takes 30 minutes to cook.

Meatballs simmered in Tomato-Carrot Sauce makes 4 servings.

The ingredients for Meatballs simmered in Tomato-Carrot Sauce are:

16 oz, 96/4 lean ground meat
1 tsp oregano, dried
1 tsp cumin
1/2 tsp ground coriander
1 tsp sea salt
1 tsp ground black pepper
1 tsp garlic powder

1 cup of canned whole tomatoes, no salt added
1 cup shredded carrots, raw
1/2 tsp of sugar (yes, sugar)
1 cup fresh spinach
1 cup sliced zucchini
10 leaves of basil
1 tsp oregano
1/2 tsp sea salt
1/2 tsp ground pepper

Here is how you make Meatballs simmered in Tomato-Carrot Sauce:

1) In a large mixing bowl, add the ground meat seasonings, and mix well by hand.2) Form into 1-in diameter meat balls - produce about 18 meat balls. Set aside.3) In a food processor or blender, add the whole tomatoes, carrots, oregano, and blend until smooth. Set aside.4) In a large heavy bottom pan, under medium-high heat, add coconut oil and saute until brown on all asides, about 10 minutes. We want to brown the outside and allow the puree to cook the inside.5) After the browning the meatballs, add the zucchini & basil and saute for 30 seconds. Add the tomato-carrot puree. Coat all the meat balls.6) Add spinach and incorporate into the sauce.and reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes. Taste & adjust seasoning with remaining salt and pepper.Serve with a bowl of pasta, quinoa, couscous, or grilled veggies.Makes 4Number of Servings: 4Recipe submitted by SparkPeople user JCABIGON.

The nutritional information for Meatballs simmered in Tomato-Carrot Sauce is:

• Servings Per Recipe: 4
• Amount Per Serving
• Calories: 363.0

• Total Fat: 27.0 g
• Cholesterol: 85.1 mg
• Sodium: 216.6 mg
• Total Carbs: 7.0 g
• Dietary Fiber: 2.2 g
• Protein: 21.4 g

The dietary needs meet for Meatballs simmered in Tomato-Carrot Sauce is Low Carb