Brown Rice "Porcupine" Meatballs

This meatball recipe makes a great addition to a hearty meal. Pair it with a side of vegetables like this Broccoli Almodine recipe.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 2 meatballs

  • Calories 265
  • Carbohydrate 21 g
  • Protein 27 g
  • Fat 8 g
  • Saturated Fat 3.2 g
  • Sugars 6 g
  • Dietary Fiber 3 g
  • Cholesterol 115 mg
  • Sodium 160 mg
  • Potassium 710 mg

This Recipe Serves 4

Ingredients

1 pound lean ground beef (at least 95%)
1 cup cooked brown rice, chilled
1 cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 egg beaten
16 ounces low-sodium vegetable juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350ºF.
  2. Mix bef, rice, onion, seasonings, and beaten egg.
  3. Form into 8 meatballs.
  4. Place meatballs in baking dish, add the vegetable juice, and bake for 30 minutes.
  5. Serve with a green salad dressed with a little olive oil and lemon juice, if desired.

Choices/Exchanges: 1 Starch, 1 Vegetable, 1 Lean Protein, 1/2 Fat

From The Budget-Friendly Fresh and Local Diabetes Cookbook by Charles Mattocks

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