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    Oh My Veggies Β» Vegetarian Recipes

    15 Vegetarian Meatball Recipes

    Published: Feb 16, 2016 Β· by Nicole Β· Updated: Aug 2, 2021 Β· This post may contain affiliate links.

    vegetarian meatball recipes
    vegetarian meatball recipes
    vegetarian meatball recipes

    Who needs store-bought "meat"balls when you can make your own with healthy ingredients like beans, nuts and vegetables? These 15 vegetarian meatball recipes will please even the most particular eaters!

    vegetarian meatball recipes

    Vegetarian meatballs, no-meatballs, faux meatballs, or veggie balls? No matter what you call them, every vegetarian cook needs to have one go-to meatless-meatball recipe. While you could buy meat-free meatballs at the grocery store, homemade "meat"balls are always healthier and fresher.

    15 Vegetarian Meatball Recipes

    These 15 vegetarian meatball recipes will please even the most particular eaters!

    Korean Noodles & Tofu Meatballs

    Fall in love with the spicy Korean flavors of this delicious meal. Topped with sesame seeds and scallions, Korean Noodles & Tofu Meatballs is a textured treat and the perfect comfort food.

    Sweet and Sour Tempeh Meatballs

    These savoury Sweet and Sour Tempeh Meatballs work great with most flavors and are incredibly mouthwatering. Quick and easy to make, this meatball recipe is sure to delight everyone at your table!

    Make & Freeze Quinoa Chickpea Meatballs

    These vegetarian meatballs are perfect for making ahead and freezing! They're made with quinoa, walnuts, chickpeas, and delicious herbs. These Make & Freeze Quinoa Chickpea Meatballs remain light and packed with flavour even after freezing and reheating.

    Broccoli Parmesan Meatballs

    These delicate Broccoli Parmesan Meatballs are made with broccoli, parmesan cheese, and almonds. This meatball recipe is quick and versatile! You can add these meatballs to a sub, pasta, or salad.

    Eggplant Spinach Meatballs

    These firm and flavour-packed Eggplant Spinach Meatballs will have you ditching traditional meatballs in a second! Loaded with delicious ingredients like ricotta, spinach, and ground walnuts, these meatballs pair delightfully with anything.

    Spicy Black Bean Meatballs

    For maximum pleasure, serve these Spicy Black Bean Meatballs with some salsa or sour cream. These meatballs are quick to prepare and cook, making them a great meal for the busy work week.

    Lentil Mushroom Meatballs

    These Lentil Mushroom Meatballs are both easy to make and delicious. These perfectly textured meatballs taste just as excellent with a big garden salad or a beautifully baked potato.

    Photo Credit: www.vegkitchen.com

    Laughably Easy Vegan Meatballs

    This vegan meatball recipe might be the easiest one you'll ever find! These Laughably Easy Vegan Meatballs are made with a simple secret: vegan burger patties.

    Photo Credit: www.vegkitchen.com

    Mom's Meatless Meatballs

    These are the meatballs for you if you're missing that meaty taste! Closely mimicking traditional meatballs, Mom's Meatless Meatballs are delicious.

    Photo Credit: www.deliciouseveryday.com

    Vegan Lentil Meatballs

    These little meatballs are perfect for your next potluck or giant dish of spaghetti. These Vegan Lentil Meatballs are vegan, gluten-free, plant-based, and Italian-inspired.

    Photo Credit: www.deliciouseveryday.com

    Easy Vegan Meatballs

    This recipe is packed with protein! These delicious Easy Vegan Meatballs are made with black beans, tofu, and savoury herbs and spices. Both tender and juicy, these meatless meatballs will leave you completely satisfied.

    Photo Credit: www.deliciouseveryday.com

    Meatless Meatballs with Sweet and Spicy Korean Glaze

    Enjoy the unique flavours of soy, hoisin, and ginger in these Meatless Meatballs with Sweet and Spicy Korean Glaze. Sprinkled with sesame seeds, these meatballs have the perfect texture and pair well with practically anything!

    Photo Credit: www.deliciouseveryday.com

    Spaghetti with Mushroom Quinoa Vegetarian Meatballs

    Spaghetti with Mushroom Quinoa Vegetarian Meatballs is perfect for vegetarians and meat-lovers alike! Enjoy the meaty flavors without the actual meat when you indulge in this dish.

    Photo Credit: www.easycheesyvegetarian.com

    Lemon Feta Chickpea Meatballs

    These creamy and moist Lemon Feta Chickpea Meatballs are delicious when served with just about anything! Light and tangy, these meatless meatballs are a refreshing change to a typical meatball recipe.

    Photo Credit: www.shelikesfood.com

    Vegetarian Meatball Sliders with White Beans, Kale, & Feta

    Enjoy Vegetarian Meatball Sliders with White Beans, Kale, & Feta at your next backyard event! These sliders are perfect for potlucks, barbecues, and family dinners.

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    1. Tyra says

      February 17, 2015 at 10:56 am

      YAY! Love this roundup. The broccoli parmesan are already a household fav. Going to whip up a batch of lentil mushroom today and eggplant ones next week. Thanks for always bring us fresh, exciting whole food recipes.

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    2. Becca @ Amuse Your Bouche says

      February 17, 2015 at 12:32 pm

      Can't beat a good meatball! πŸ˜€ thanks for including my lemon and feta chickpea meatballs!

      Reply
    3. tamam zaher says

      February 17, 2015 at 1:22 pm

      Very nice recipes. .thanks

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    4. Iosune | Simple Vegan Blog says

      February 17, 2015 at 3:00 pm

      All the recipes look AMAZING!!!!!! Thank you so much for sharing our vegan tempeh meatballs recipe πŸ™‚

      Reply
    5. Shannon says

      February 17, 2015 at 6:43 pm

      I love vegetarian meatballs more than I should probably admit! Thanks for including my teriyaki meatball recipe πŸ™‚

      Reply
    6. Isadora says

      February 17, 2015 at 11:25 pm

      I've been obsessed with making vegetarian meatballs lately, so I really love this post! So many delicious recipes to choose from! Thank you so much for including my sliders πŸ™‚

      Reply
    7. Brianna says

      February 18, 2015 at 9:47 am

      What a great list of yummy "no meatballs" to try! Can't wait to delve in! πŸ™‚

      Reply
    8. Jennifer @ Delicious Everyday says

      February 18, 2015 at 10:51 am

      Thanks for sharing this! Passing it along to some of my readers. Awesome list!

      Reply
    9. Joanne says

      February 21, 2015 at 10:46 am

      I am ALLLLL about the veg balls lately..and I never know what to call them either! I think it's the 12 year old boy in me, but putting any noun in front of the word balls just sounds weird.

      Reply
    10. tatjana says

      February 17, 2016 at 8:34 am

      I really feel like eating some meatballs today, as a vegetarian I will definitely try one of those!

      Reply
    11. Bennett Ross says

      October 11, 2016 at 2:21 pm

      The Vegan meatballs look sooooo good! Especially because it is animal friendly and there was no suffering involved!

      Reply

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