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Spaghetti and Meatballs, Steamed Broccoli, Orange Juice Spritzer

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Servings 2
Calories 768kcal

Ingredients

Spaghetti and Meatballs

  • 8 oz Ground beef
  • 1 clove Garlic minced
  • 2 TBSP Fresh parsley chopped
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 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

Steamed Broccoli

  • 2 cups Broccoli florets
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste

Orange Juice Spritzer

  • 1 cup Orange juice fresh squeezed
  • 2 cups Sparkling water
  • Ice cubes optional

Instructions

  • Prepare all ingredients as listed above.
  • Make the Meatballs In a bowl, combine the ground beef, garlic, parsley, egg, breadcrumbs, salt 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℉ / 74℃. Season with salt and 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.
  • Place the broccoli florets in a steamer basket over simmering water. Cover and steam for 5–7 minutes, or until tender-crisp. Remove from steamer basket and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  • Combine the orange juice and sparkling water. Add ice if desired and stir gently.
  • Serve the spaghetti and meatballs with steamed broccoli and orange juice spritzer. Garnish with parmesan cheese.

Nutrition

Calories: 768kcal | Carbohydrates: 88g | Protein: 39g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 163mg | Sodium: 673mg | Potassium: 1674mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 23g | Vitamin A: 1768IU | Vitamin C: 168mg | Calcium: 260mg | Iron: 9mg