Meatballs with Steamed Broccoli
Wash and cut the broccoli head into florets.
- Cook1 h 30 min
- Total1 h 30 min
- Serves6
- LevelEasy
Ingredients
- 28 oz (800g) broccoli
- to taste salt and pepper
- 1 tbsp. butter or olive oil
- 1/3 cup Meatballs
- 2 tsp. grated parmesan cheese or dairy-free cheese
- 1/4 tsp. italian seasoning
- 1/4 tsp. sea salt
- 2 tbsp. black pepper
- 2 tbsp. Heavy Cream
- 1 large onion, minced
- 2 egg
- 1 tbsp. cloves garlic, minced
- 12 oz (350g) fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 1/4 cup ground beef or 12 oz (350g) steamed cauliflower
- 2 tbsp. marinara sauce
- grated Parmesan cheese
- lettuce leaves for garnish
Preparation
- Wash and cut the broccoli head into florets.
- Line a baking sheet with the parchment paper set aside.
- Mince the garlic and onion and grate the parmesan cheese.
Method
- In a steamer set over boiling water, add broccoli and steam until tender for about 4-6 minutes.
- Remove from the steamer, season with salt and pepper, add the butter or drizzle with olive oil.
- In a bowl, combine the cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, heavy cream, minced garlic, minced onion, egg until well incorporated then whisk in the ground beef until just combined.
- Shape the mixture into 2-3cm balls and place onto the prepared baking sheet then bake in the preheated oven for about 8-10 minutes then broil for 2 minutes on the top rack or until golden.
- Enjoy the meatballs with steamed broccoli and keto sweet sauce.
