Spaghetti and Meatballs, Sautéed Peas, Lemon Sparkling Water, Pear
Servings 2
Calories 869kcal
Ingredients
Meatballs
- 8 oz Ground beef 97/3 lean
- 1 clove Garlic grated
- 2 TBSP Fresh parsley chopped
- Black pepper
- 1 Egg beaten
- 1/4 cup Seasoned bread crumbs
- 2 tsp Parmesan cheese grated
- 14 oz Crushed tomatoes
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 4 oz Spaghetti whole wheat
- 1 tsp Extra-virgin olive oil
Peas
- 1 tsp Extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 cups Green peas
- Black pepper
Lemon Sparkling Water
- 24 oz Sparkling water
- 2 slices Lemon
- Ice cubes optional
Pear
- 1 Pear sliced
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients as listed.
- Make the meatballs: In a bowl, combine the ground beef, garlic, parsley, egg, breadcrumbs, parmesan, and black pepper. Mix everything thoroughly and form into small meatballs.
- In a pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Fry the meatballs until they are browned on all sides. Once browned, add in the crushed tomatoes and Italian seasoning. Simmer until the meatballs are cooked through to an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C). Season with pepper to taste.
- Meanwhile, cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta, reserving a small amount of pasta water if desired.
- Add the drained spaghetti to the sauce and toss to coat evenly.
- Heat the oil in a sauté pan over medium heat. Saute the green peas about 2–3 minutes until hot. Season with black pepper to taste.
- Combine sparkling water and lemon slices. Serve over ice if desired.
- Serve the spaghetti and meatballs with peas, lemon sparkling water and sliced pear.
Nutrition
Calories: 869kcal | Carbohydrates: 104g | Protein: 44g | Fat: 32g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 163mg | Sodium: 672mg | Potassium: 1607mg | Fiber: 19g | Sugar: 28g | Vitamin A: 2086IU | Vitamin C: 90mg | Calcium: 255mg | Iron: 10mg