I think I could fairly easily become a vegetarian, maybe even a vegan, because I’m not fond of handling raw meat, and many experts think it’s healthier to consume fewer animal products.

Even though I am not there yet, when I came across this meatless meatball recipe, I was so excited to try it because the picture looked so appetizing, and although it didn’t taste like a beef meatball, it was still good, and my husband and oldest son gobbled them up.

The recipe does contain egg and cheese, so it’s not a vegan recipe, but I am keeping my eyes open for a good vegan meat substitute recipe, and I would definitely make these “meatballs” again.

, Meatless Meatballs, Joyful Homemaking

Here is what you need: (modified from TLC)

4 eggs (beaten slightly with fork)
1 packet of onion soup mix
2 cups cheddar cheese
3/4 cup chopped walnuts
1 cup breadcrumbs
vegetable broth (optional)

Grate cheese finely in food processor.
Set aside in separate bowl.
Grate and mix the walnuts and breadcrumbs in the food processor, then add back the cheese, eggs and onion soup mix.
Mix well.
Now you are ready to make it into 3/4 inch to 1 inch meatballs (the recipe made around 30).
Bake on a greased cookie sheet for 20 minutes at 350 degrees.

Meatless Meatballs

Vegetarian meatballs made with walnuts and cheese are a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional meatballs. Walnuts are a great source of protein and healthy fats, and cheese adds a creamy texture and cheesy flavor to the meatballs. Onion soup mix and breadcrumbs add a savory flavor and help bind the meatballs together.

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 20

Total Time 35

Serving Size 30

Ingredients

4 eggs beaten slightly with fork
1 packet of onion soup mix
2 cups cheddar cheese
3/4 cup chopped walnuts
1 cup breadcrumbs

Instructions

Grate cheese finely in food processor.
Set aside in separate bowl.
Grate and mix the walnuts and breadcrumbs in the food processor, then add back the cheese, eggs and onion soup mix.
Mix well.
Now you are ready to make it into 3/4 inch to 1 inch meatballs (the recipe made around 30).
Bake on a greased cookie sheet for 20 minutes at 350 degrees.
Then I simmered them in my pasta sauce and served them over spaghetti.

Then I simmered them in my pasta sauce and served them over spaghetti.
When dinner was over, we only had one lone “meatball” left, so I think that was a positive sign and will be making these again!

6 Comments

Thank you for sharing this meatless recipe! My husband and I are trying to eat less meat, so good timing on this one!

Since I watch a video about plant-based diet, I decided to become one and lessen my meat intake. It is a good thing that you’ve shared your recipe with us. I also love meatballs in my spaghetti.

This is very similar to a Cheesy Walnut Burgers recipe I like (from Taste of Home magazine) but I never thought of making them as meatballs! Maybe that’s because I never liked meat in spaghetti.

Something I do like, though, that some people think is a good vegetarian substitute for sauce with ground beef in it, is Chickicheesinara Sauce. It’s easy and cheap!
—‘Becca

I have to admit that when I read Meatless Meatballs, I was a little apprehensive. We are meat lovers through and through. However, all the ingredients in your recipe are things my family loves. So, I’m going to try these meatballs. Thanks for the recipe and for a healthy alterantive 🙂