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    Best Vegan Meatballs! (Impossible Burger)

    January 23, 2021 / Updated February 8, 2022 / By Verna / 40 Comments

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    Vegan Meatballs! My vegetarian take on ground beef meatballs made with impossible meat! Juicy meaty won’t fall apart veggie balls that taste beyond DELICIOUS and no one will believe are vegan! Seriously the best plant based meatball recipe you will make and so EASY! 15 Minute prep time! Nut free, easily gluten free.

    vegan meatballs on a platter with a fork

    And there are no lentils, mushrooms, tofu, tempeh, beans, flax eggs or chickpeas needed!

    These vegan meatballs whip up in minutes just like the classic Italian recipe made with hamburger and then baked to perfection. and I’d say they’re Healthier, better for you and just as tasty!

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    The perfect staple for any kitchen with Impossible meat as the main ingredient. Mmm spaghetti and meatballs with marinara & parmesan anyone… or Swedish meatballs, soups, casseroles, even for dippers and appetizers too! So versatile!

    This is one simple but exceptional meatless meatball recipe! And you’ll fool the hardiest of carnivores too! Not kidding! 

    Make ahead and freeze for a super quick and easy meal any weeknight! Just drop them frozen or thawed into your favourite jarred or homemade sauce, simmer and your good to go! It feeds a crowd so you might want to freeze half!

    meatballs marinara sauce and spaghetti noodles in a white bowl with a fork

    We’ve had impossible burger at our local Safeway in Canada for a couple of months now and I’m so glad I found it, I’m obsessed with this product! I’ve already made meatloaf (first time using and so incredible). I mean who knew vegan meat could taste so real!! 

    I cannot wait to make more impossible burger recipes- vegan tacos, meat sauce, oh Italian meatball soup, mmm and so much more! 

    These are better than any store bought variety you can buy like Gardein, Yyes, Trader joes, etc... and tastier than Ikea meatballs and convenient because you can make your own meat free meatball sandwich without leaving your house to go to subway! Yay!! Win Win! (I made some last night😋)

    So if you’ve been missing your Mom’s homemade meatballs and want to make an amazing vegan meal that will please and impress everyone, this is your recipe! Says me😊 Meat eaters won’t have a clue that it’s vegan!

    Wonderful to serve anytime of the year, October, January or even in the summer! Everyone will love and devour them!

    vegan meatballs on a platter

    Ingredients & substitutions for vegan meatballs:

    • Impossible Burger: this is the vegan ‘ground beef’. You can also use beyond meat or sausage.
    • Panko breadcrumbs and plant milk: mixed together this is the traditional way to add moisture to meatballs. Sometimes onions are added but I felt they were not needed. Can substitute veggie stock or water for plant milk. 
    • Vegan Worcestershire Sauce: adds amazing flavour and is common in some meatball recipes just make sure it’s vegan before purchasing. Here is a link to two of my favourite brands HERE & HERE. Could sub Braggs, Tamari or soya sauce regular or lite (I would use lite). I like recipe best as written tough!
    • Fresh garlic: a little goes a long way in this recipe but is so good!
    • Herbs and spices: fresh parsley, garlic, Italian seasoning, fennel, granulated onion and salt and pepper
    • Nutritional yeast: adds nice cheesy element (optional)
    • For gluten free: use gluten free Panko breadcrumbs

    How to make the best vegan meatballs: 

    This meatball recipe is so simple you won't believe it!

    1. Preheat oven to 425° Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
    2. In a small bowl mix together the breadcrumbs and vegan plant milk. Set aside.
    3. In a large mixing bowl add the rest of ingredients, Now add in the breadcrumb/milk mixture. Mix everything together well.
    4. Roll into balls about 1 and 1/2 tablespoons each. I use my small cookie scoop to measure. Place on prepared sheet pan and space evenly.
    5. Bake for 11 minutes. Enjoy with your favourite sauce (marinara or other), pasta and dairy free parmesan or serve as appetizers with dipping sauce! For full recipe ingredients and instructions see recipe card below.

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    step by step photos how to make vegan meatballs

    How to freeze meatballs:

    • Once cooked and cooled, these meatballs can be frozen for quick meals on busy weekdays!  Place on a parchment lined baking sheet and freeze. Once frozen, transfer to a plastic freezer bag and keep them frozen for up to a couple of months.

    These meatless meatballs are:

    • juicy, meaty and amazing!
    • delicious!
    • versatile
    • protein rich
    • the best!
    • vegan!
    • perfect!
    • so EASY!!
    • savoury & satisfying
    • best comfort food
    • perfect pasta dish with spaghetti noodles and marinara any night of the week

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    Enjoy you guys! Happy Day! Please feel free to comment below and give this recipe a rating. Your feedback is greatly appreciated!

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    Want more vegan meat recipes? Check these out:

    • Best Vegan Meatloaf
    • Vegan Steak Recipe (Seitan)
    • Crazy Good Vegan Shepherd’s Pie (AKA Cottage Pie)
    • Vegan Turkey
    • Vegetarian Salsbury Steak with Mushroom Gravy (Meatball version)
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    Best Vegan Meatballs! (Impossible Burger)


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    5 from 14 reviews

    • Author: Verna
    • Total Time: 26 minutes
    • Yield: 6-8 Servings (approx 40 meatballs) 1x
    • Diet: Vegan
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    Description

    Vegan Meatballs! My vegetarian take on ground beef meatballs made with impossible meat! 15 Minute prep time! Juicy meaty won’t fall apart veggie balls taste beyond DELICIOUS and no one will believe are vegan! Seriously the best plant based meatball recipe you will make and so EASY! Nut free, easily gluten free.


    Ingredients

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    • 1/2 cup Panko breadcrumbs*
    • 1/4 cup unsweetened plant milk
    • 2 packages Impossible burger (340g/12 oz each), can sub 1 pkg for beyond meat Italian sausage mild or hot casings removed
    • 2 and 1/2 tablespoons vegan Worcestershire sauce, I like Wizard's or Annie's
    • 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast (optional but tasty)
    • 2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley
    • 1 small clove garlic, finely chopped
    • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, or use a mix of dried oregano and basil
    • 1/2 teaspoon ground fennel
    • 1 and 1/2 teaspoons granulated onion (powder)
    • 1/2 teaspoon granulated garlic
    • 3/4 teaspoon salt
    • pinch of black pepper

    Instructions

    1. Preheat oven to 425° Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
    2. In a small bowl mix together the breadcrumbs and vegan plant milk. Set aside.
    3. In a large mixing bowl add the rest of ingredients, Now add in the breadcrumb/milk mixture. Mix everything together well.
    4. Roll into balls about 1 and 1/2 tablespoons each. I use my small cookie scoop to measure. Place on prepared sheet pan and space evenly. (makes 40 meatballs)
    5. Bake for 11 minutes. Enjoy with your favourite sauce (marinara or mushroom gravy), pasta and dairy free parmesan or serve as appetizers with dipping sauce! For step by step photos see above post.

    Notes

    • To store: will keep covered in fridge for 4-5 days and freeze well, Once cooked and cooled place on a parchment lined baking sheet and freeze. Once frozen, transfer to a plastic freezer bag and keep them frozen for up to a couple of months. Add frozen or thawed right to your sauces, soups, or stews and simmer until warmed through.
    • For gluten free: use gluten free Panko breadcrumbs
    • Vegan Worcestershire Sauce: could substitute Braggs, Tamari or soya sauce regular or lite. (I recommend using lite or it might be too salty) I like recipe best as written tough!
    • Prep Time: 15 Minutes
    • Cook Time: 11 Minutes
    • Category: Mains
    • Method: Bake/Oven
    • Cuisine: Italian, American, Canadian

    Keywords: vegan meatballs, impossible meatballs, vegan meatball recipe,

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    1. Brian

      May 06, 2022 at 4:14 pm

      Impressed the whole family with this recipe! Thanks so much

      ★★★★★

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      • Verna

        May 06, 2022 at 4:58 pm

        Awesome to hear!! thank you

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    2. lois

      March 27, 2022 at 10:42 am

      Can these be cooked right in the marina sauce like Italian meatballs?

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      • Verna

        March 27, 2022 at 12:08 pm

        Hi Lois, I recommend baking the meatballs first them simmer in the sauce towards end of cooking -it would probably work adding directly to sauce but I have honestly not tried! I used to do it that way when I made real beef meatballs as it was the best method for flavour! Hope that helps and if you try it let me know your results!! 🙂

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        • lois

          March 27, 2022 at 3:12 pm

          Thank you for answering back so soon. I think I'll try 1/2 batch in sauce and 1/2 baked. Will let you know the results. I used to do the beef meatballs either in broth or sauce, that was the way my mom always cooked them.

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          • Verna

            March 27, 2022 at 5:25 pm

            Same here! I never baked them either, always just threw them in the sauce 🙂

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            • lois

              April 12, 2022 at 12:05 pm

              JuJust Just made the meatballs, part baked and part simmered in the marinara sauce. Delighted with the results of both. Will make again

            • Verna

              April 12, 2022 at 2:05 pm

              Awesome Lois! Thanks for sharing the results -so helpful 🙂

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