These meatless zucchini meatballs are made with grated zucchini, garlic, pecorino romano, basil, bread crumbs and egg, then baked in the oven and finished in a pomodoro sauce.
3/4 tablespoon chopped basil, plus leaves for garnish
1/4 cup Italian Seasoned Breadcrumbs
1/4 large egg, beaten
1/4 ounce 1/4 cup Pecorino Romano cheese, freshly grated, plus more for serving
1/2 cup quick marinara sauce or jarred, I love DeLallo Pomodoro
As required part skim ricotta cheese, for serving
Nutrition value
103
calories per serving
5 g Fat6 g Protein8 g Carbs4 g FiberOther
Current Totals
Fat
5g
Protein
6g
Carbs
8g
Fiber
4g
MacroNutrients
Carbs
8g
Protein
6g
Fiber
4g
Fats
Fat
5g
Vitamins & Minerals
Calcium
99mg
Iron
1mg
Vitamin A
152mcg
Vitamin B1
< 1mg
Vitamin B2
< 1mg
Vitamin B3
2mg
Vitamin B6
< 1mg
Vitamin B9
47mcg
Vitamin B12
0mcg
Vitamin C
24mg
Vitamin E
6mg
Copper
< 1mcg
Magnesium
37mg
Manganese
1mg
Phosphorus
84mg
Selenium
7mcg
Zinc
< 1mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment