Dinner

Hidden Veggie Meatballs

Name: Hidden Veggie Meatballs
Prep time: 20M
Cook time: 18M
Yield: 5
Ingredients: 400g lean ground beef or turkey; 1/2 cup finely grated carrot; 1/2 cup finely grated zucchini; 1/4 cup finely chopped onion; 1 egg, beaten; 3 tbsp breadcrumbs; 1 tbsp olive oil

Juicy meatballs packed with secretly hidden vegetables - nutrition and flavor in every bite!

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Choking safety

Soften hard fruit/veg thoroughly and cut to the recommended size for the age shown.

Allergen info

Contains gluten unless using GF alternatives.

Storage

Cool quickly. Refrigerate within 2 hours. Reheat until steaming hot. Defrost in the fridge/microwave and eat within 24 hours of defrosting.

Prep: 20mCook: 18mServes: 512+ months

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Mess Level

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Moderate Mess

Portion ControlAdjust the portion size to match your toddler's appetite, offering small servings and allowing them to ask for more if still hungry.

Original Recipe

As written in recipe

x2.5

IngredientsMethod

Ingredients

400 g lean ground beef or turkey
1/2 cup finely grated carrot
1/2 cup finely grated zucchini
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1 egg, beaten
3 tbsp breadcrumbs
1 tbsp olive oil

Frequently Asked Questions

Cost Breakdown

Ground meat £3.50

Carrot £0.30

Zucchini £0.60

Onion £0.20

Egg £0.15

Breadcrumbs £0.30

Total: £5.05

Nutrition Per Serving

16g

Protein

Carbs

Fat

Fibre

Safety Notes

Ensure meatballs reach 75°C internal temperature
Cut appropriately for child's chewing ability

Chef's Tips

Squeeze zucchini well or meatballs will be too wet and fall apart
Use damp hands when rolling to prevent mixture sticking to your hands

For Picky Eaters

Alternative

Start with just carrot if introducing new vegetables gradually

Alternative

Use sweet potato instead of zucchini for naturally sweeter flavor