Jul 14 2026
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Mini Vegan Meatballs Recipe

Inspired by The Duce
Time45m
Serves6

(Vegan, DF, & GF) - 6 per tray Served with Tomato Marinara & Basil Aioli (Vegetarian & GF)

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Ingredients

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Mini Vegan Meatballs

Tomato Marinara

Basil Aioli

Method

Mini Vegan Meatballs

  1. 1

    Prepare Flax Egg

    In a small bowl, mix ground flaxseed and water. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until it thickens.

  2. 2

    Blend Ingredients

    In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked chickpeas, rolled oats, chopped onion, minced garlic, chopped parsley, nutritional yeast, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Add the prepared flax egg and mix until well combined.

  3. 3

    Form Meatballs

    Using your hands, form the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.

  4. 4

    Cook Meatballs

    Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook for about 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally until golden brown on all sides.

Tomato Marinara

  1. 5

    Sauté Garlic

    In a saucepan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

  2. 6

    Add Tomatoes and Seasoning

    Add canned crushed tomatoes, dried oregano, dried basil, and salt to the saucepan. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.

  3. 7

    Simmer Sauce

    Reduce heat and let the sauce simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Basil Aioli

  1. 8

    Mix Aioli Ingredients

    In a small bowl, whisk together vegan mayonnaise, chopped basil, minced garlic, lemon juice, and salt until smooth and combined.

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