Fun and Nutritious Vegetable Meatballs for Kids

Vegetable Meatballs for Kids

Ingredients:

• 500 grams of minced meat (beef or lamb)
• 1 medium carrot (grated)
• 1 medium zucchini (grated)
• 1 small onion (grated)
• 2 cloves of garlic (crushed)
• 1/2 cup bread crumbs
• 1 egg
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1/2 cup finely chopped parsley
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
• 1 tablespoon olive oil (for frying)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Vegetables:

   • Grate the carrot and zucchini. Grate the onion and squeeze out excess juice. Crush the garlic.

2. Make the Meatball Mixture:

   • In a large mixing bowl, combine the minced meat, grated carrot, zucchini, onion, and garlic.
   • Add the bread crumbs, egg, milk, and finely chopped parsley.
   • Season with salt, black pepper, cumin, and sweet paprika. Mix everything well until fully combined.

3. Shape the Meatballs:

   • After mixing, form small balls or round meatball shapes with the mixture.

4. Cook the Meatballs:

   • Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
   • Place the meatballs in the pan and cook them until they are nicely browned on all sides.
   • Ensure the meatballs are cooked through.

5. Serve:

   • Serve the meatballs hot with a side of creamy yogurt and vegetable rice.

This recipe is nutritious and a great way to get kids to enjoy vegetables. Enjoy your meal!