Zucchini Meatballs

Ingredients  

• 1 large zucchini shredded

• 1 pound ground beef or pork

• 1 large egg

• 1 cup breadcrumbs regular or Italian breadcrumbs, can use panko bread crumbs which also makes the recipe gluten free.

• 1 tablespoon oregano

• 1 teaspoon salt

• ½ teaspoon pepper

• 1 tablespoon parsley

• 1 teaspoon onion powder

• 1 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.

2. Line a baking sheet with Shred zucchini finely either with a food processor or a cheese grater.

3. Using a clean kitchen towel or paper towels, remove all excess water from the zucchini. You want to remove as much liquid as possible for best results. 

4. Add ground beef to a large bowl, and then add zucchini, egg, breadcrumbs, and all of the spices. Mix well until combined. For best results mix with hands briefly.

5. Roll meatballs into one inch balls and place on baking sheet.  

6. Bake for 17-20 minutes or until meatballs are cooked all the way through.