WALNUT MEATBALLS (VEGAN)

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A very healthy alternative to meatballs. I'm always looking for yummy vegan food and I'm especially looking forward to trying this one. Many of my favorite vegan recipes come from the Micheff Sisters, Brenda Walsh, Cinda Sanders and Linda Johnson, on 3ABN. This is one of Brenda's recipes. Suggestions: These walnut balls can be made ahead of time and frozen. Can also use them in other sauces such as spaghetti sauce. Try making them a little smaller and using them for an appetizer. For "crispier" texture, fry them in a little canola oil instead of baking them. UPDATE: We finally tried this and were not disappointed! Made this with my Quick Vegan Pesto Alfredo Sauce (Recipe #246616) and Onion Herb Foccacia Bread (Recipe #246431)and it tasted terrific! I could see how frying them in a little oil would make them taste better plain, but I couldn't tell that much of a difference with them in the sauce and it's so much healthier having them baked. I'm going to try to make these again this weekend with a vegan gravy and hope it turns out just as good! I've had it now with sweeet and sour sauce and it tasted really nice.

Provided by Enjolinfam

Categories     Lactose Free

Time 45m

Yield 32 1-inch balls, 32 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 medium onion
4 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely minced
2 teaspoons chicken-flavored vegetarian seasoning (I use McKay's chicken seasoning, this is a vegetarian seasoning that tastes like a Chicken bouillon )
2 garlic cloves, finely minced
1 1/2 cups saltine crackers, finely crushed
1 cup walnut pieces (walnuts chopped)
1 cup rolled oats
1 (7 ounce) package extra firm tofu

Steps:

  • In food processor, purée the water and onion until smooth. Pour into large mixing bowl. Add all the remaining ingredients, mixing well until mixture holds together.
  • Coat hands with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Shape mixture into 1-inch balls.
  • Place on a baking sheet and bake for 30 minutes at 375 degrees.
  • Remove from oven and place meatballs on a platter. Garnish with fresh parsley. Serve hot with a variety of dipping sauces, such as Sweet and Sour, Marinara, or your favorite.

Sabbir_ ahmed
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I love the fact that these meatballs are gluten-free. They're the perfect option for people with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity.


Fahad Fahad Al piyash
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These meatballs are a great way to change up your meatball routine. They're so flavorful and delicious.


Zavier Wright
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. These meatballs are delicious and they're so easy to make. I'll definitely be making them again.


Sjijo Moagi
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These meatballs are the perfect addition to any spaghetti and meatballs dish. They're also great in sandwiches and wraps.


Ismail sani
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's just a few simple ingredients, but the meatballs are so flavorful.


Emob City
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These meatballs are a great way to use up leftover rice. They're also a great way to get your kids to eat their rice.


Zahid Latif
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I'm always looking for new vegan recipes, and these meatballs are definitely a winner. They're so easy to make and they taste amazing.


Calrb
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These meatballs are the perfect comfort food. They're warm, hearty, and delicious.


HA Zisan
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I love the fact that these meatballs are baked, not fried. They're so much healthier that way.


Zaidi Auckburally
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These meatballs are a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Shree Thapa
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I'm not a vegan, but I love these meatballs. They're so delicious and satisfying.


Sgga Suhaba
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These meatballs are the perfect finger food. They're also great for parties and potlucks.


dean parkinson
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I love the combination of walnuts and mushrooms in these meatballs. They're so flavorful and juicy.


Achintha rashmika
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These meatballs are a great way to use up leftover walnuts. They're also a great source of protein and fiber.


Cchsy Gfdi
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I've made these meatballs several times and they're always a hit. They're so easy to make and they taste amazing.


Khalil Official
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These meatballs are the perfect appetizer or main course. They're sure to please everyone at your table.


Ebunoluwa lilian Chibuike
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I made these meatballs for my family and they loved them! Even my picky kids ate them up.


Donn donn
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These meatballs are a great way to get your veggies in. They're packed with walnuts, mushrooms, and spinach, and they're all held together by a flavorful sauce.


Reham Ayman
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I love this recipe! The meatballs are so easy to make and they taste delicious. The sauce is also very flavorful.


Ndeem Mugahl
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These walnut meatballs are amazing! They're so flavorful and moist, and the sauce is to die for. I'll definitely be making these again.