White Bean & Basil Meatballs

White Bean & Basil Meatballs


Prep Time: 15 Min

Chill Time: 30 Min +

Cook Time: 4 - 8 Min

 

1. Add the beans to a medium sized mixing bowl. Use a potato masher and mash the beans leaving only a few chunks.

 

1. Add the remaining ingredients and use your hands to combine and mash everything together.

 

1. Grab about a Tbsp. sized clump of bean mixture and roll it in to a ball shape. Continue until entire batch is rolled. (Approximately 12 – 15 Balls) Transfer the balls to a parchment lined baking sheet and refrigerate at least 30 minutes.

 
**Balls can be frozen and used at a later date as well!
 

1. Bring a medium sized frying pan to temperature on medium. Pour in about 3 Tbsp. EVOO and swirl around the pan to coat entirely. Place the cool meatballs in to the pan and fry 1 – 2 minutes per side until crispy and brown.

 
**Make sure the pan is to temperature before putting the meatballs in. If there is no sizzle when you plop the balls in TAKE THEM OUT! They will soak up oil and fall apart. It’s important the pan is hot for searing.
**Be gentle with the balls as they are only bound by the mashed beans and begging to fall apart. Use tongs to gently roll them over in the pan when attempting to fry.
 

1. Transfer cooked balls to a paper towel lined plate. Serve in wraps, pitas, or as a garnish for a delicious pasta dish!

 

                  Grocery List

• 540ml can White Beans, drained & rinsed
• ¾ C Broccoli, finely chopped
• 1 Yellow Onions, finely diced
• 3 Tbsp. Fresh Basil, chopped
• 1 clove Garlic, minced
• ¼ C Panko Crumbs
• ½ Tsp. Red Pepper Flakes
• ¼ Tsp. Sea Salt
• ¼ Tsp. Black Pepper
  

These meatballs are so delicious and you can most definitely enjoy them right out of the fry pan but they are also great in other dishes. Here's a couple suggestions on how to enjoy these meatballs!

SPINACH & ARTICHOKE WRAPS WITH BASIL MEATBALLS

**Spinach, Artichokes, Tomatoes, Red Onions, Fresh Basil, Mayo, Basil Meatballs

• Starting with the mayonnaise, smear across the length of the tortilla. Layer the spinach, tomato, onion, and artichoke followed by three of the creamy basil meatballs. Wrap and enjoy!
  

FRESH SALAD with BASIL MEATBALLS

Whip up your favourite oil and vinegar based salad and top it with a few crispy, creamy meatballs for extra flavour and protein!