Oven-Ready
Red Pepper-Walnut Beef Meatballs
with cranberry-green bean medley
Prep & Cook Time: 50-60 min.
Spice Level: Not Spicy
Cook Within: 4 days
Contains: Tree Nuts (Walnuts), Milk, Wheat, Sesame
- Calorie-Conscious
- Carb-Conscious
- Fiber-Rich
- Protein-Packed
Chef
Laura Alpern
Still want the great flavors and delicious dinners you've come to expect from Home Chef, but a fraction of the time and barely any work? These oven-ready offerings were made with you in mind. Just follow the assembly instructions, pop it in the oven, and voila! It's like you worked over a hot stove for hours (we'll keep your secret.)
In Your Box (serves 2)
- 12 oz. Green Beans
- 10 oz. Ground Beef
- 2 oz. Sliced Red Onion
- 2 oz. Tzatziki Cup
- 1 oz. Red Pepper Pesto
- ½ oz. Dried Cranberries
- ½ oz. Walnut Halves
- ⅓ oz. Panko Breadcrumbs
- 2 tsp. Savory Seasoning
- 1 tsp. Za'atar Seasoning
Due to our just-in-time sourcing model, we may have to send you a substitute ingredient. Not to worry! We make sure every ingredient sent to you meets our high quality standards. We’ll keep you informed should a switch occur, so please check the ingredient labels in your meal bag.
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Nutrition (per serving)
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Calories560
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Carbohydrates31g
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Net Carbs23g
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Fat34g
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Protein34g
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Sodium1480mg
Recipe Steps
You Will Need
- Olive Oil
- Salt
- 2 Mixing Bowls
- 1 Microwave-Safe Bowl
- 1 Microwave
Before You Cook
Cooking Guidelines
To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:
- Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
- Seafood 145° F |
- Chicken 165° F |
- Ground Beef 160° F |
- Ground Turkey 165° F |
- Ground Pork 160° F
Customize It Instructions
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If using ground turkey, bake uncovered in hot oven until meatballs reach minimum internal temperature, 22-25 minutes.
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1 Start the Green Beans
Trim green beans, if necessary.
In provided tray, combine green beans, 1 Tbsp. water, 1 tsp. olive oil, and a pinch of salt. Spread into an even layer. Cover tray with foil.Bake covered in hot oven, 20 minutes.While green beans bake, continue recipe. -
2 Add the Onions and Meatballs
In a mixing bowl, combine panko, 2 Tbsp. water, and a pinch of salt. Let sit, 1 minute.
After 1 minute, add ground beef, za'atar seasoning, 1/4 tsp. salt, and half the savory seasoning (reserve remaining for cranberries and vegetables). Stir until thoroughly combined. Form beef mixture into 6 equally-sized meatballs.After 20 minutes, carefully remove tray from oven. Uncover and drain any excess liquid.Stir onions and 1/4 tsp. salt into green beans until combined. Push vegetables to one side of tray. Tray will be hot! Use caution/a utensil.Place meatballs in now-empty side of tray. -
3 Make Sauce, Prepare Walnuts, and Finish Meal
Bake uncovered in hot oven until vegetables are tender and meatballs reach a minimum internal temperature of 160 degrees, 20-25 minutes.
While meal bakes, finely crush walnuts.In another mixing bowl, combine pesto and tzatziki. Set aside.In a microwave-safe bowl, combine cranberries, 1/4 cup water, and 1/4 the remaining savory seasoning (reserve remaining for vegetables). Microwave uncovered until heated through, 30-60 seconds.Carefully remove from microwave and rest, 5 minutes. Once cool enough to handle, drain any excess liquid. Set aside.Carefully remove tray from oven. Stir cranberry mixture and remaining savory seasoning into vegetables until combined. Tray will be hot! Use a utensil.To serve, top meatballs with sauce and walnuts. Bon appétit!
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