# Plant-Based Meatballs

Wholesome, protein-packed, and full of flavor, these plant-based meatballs are a weeknight win.

- Total time: 20 min
- Cuisine: Italian
- Category: Sauce & Condiment
- Language: en

## Ingredients

- 454 g firm tofu
- 2 garlic cloves
- 80 g breadcrumbs
- basil
- parsley
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1.5 tbsp nutritional yeast
- salt
- pepper
- olive oil
- tomato sauce

## Instructions

1. Pat dry the tofu to remove excess moisture.
2. Add tofu, garlic, basil, parsley, paprika, nutritional yeast, breadcrumbs, and salt into a food processor.
3. Blend until a soft, moldable mixture forms.
4. Roll the mixture into small balls.
5. Lightly fry the balls in a bit of olive oil until golden, about 5 minutes.
6. Simmer them in tomato sauce for 10-15 minutes.
7. Serve warm and enjoy.

## Equipment

- food processor
- skillet

## Tips

- Pat dry the tofu to remove excess moisture.
- Add more breadcrumbs if needed for a moldable mixture.
- Serve warm and enjoy!

## Source

- Original video: https://www.facebook.com/reel/695417103035454
- Recipe page: https://www.cliprecipe.com/recipe/2f3ab8d0-494c-4bb7-b3fa-ea359350059d
- Extracted: 2025-07-08

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