Can I make these meatballs gluten-free?

Yes, you can make these gluten-free by using buckwheat flour instead of whole wheat flour, and ensuring your rolled oats are certified gluten-free.

Is there a nut-free option for these vegan meatballs?

Absolutely! If you need a nut-free version, simply substitute pumpkin seeds for the walnuts in the recipe.

What's the best way to prepare the mushrooms for these meatballs?

First, pulse the cremini mushrooms, onion, and garlic in a food processor until finely chopped, then saute them in olive oil until all their liquid has evaporated to concentrate their flavor.

How should I serve these plant-based meatballs?

These versatile meatballs are delicious served with your favorite sauce, as a meatball hero sandwich, or incorporated into any recipe that calls for traditional meatballs.

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Meatballs
[Vegan]

OK By: Olga Kouloufakos

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Close-up of golden-brown vegan meatballs, made with mushrooms, oats, and walnuts, served in a bowl with a rich red sauce and fresh herbs.

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Meatballs [Vegan]

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These amazing little vegan meatballs truly embody what a meatball should be. Crafted with exceptional ingredients, like mushrooms, oats, and walnuts, they maintain their perfect shape, boast an incredible texture, and delight the taste buds like no other.

Ingredients You Need for Meatballs [Vegan]

1 tablespoon olive oil
12 oz cremini (baby bella) mushrooms
1 medium onion
3 cloves garlic
1 1/2 cups rolled oats
1/2 cup walnuts or pumpkin seeds if nut-free
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon mushroom powder
1 teaspoon marmite
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 cup whole wheat flour or buckwheat flour if gluten-free

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How to Prepare Meatballs [Vegan]

Add the mushrooms, onions and garlic to the bowl of your food processor, and pulse until finely chopped but not mushy.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet, over medium-high heat, and saute the chopped vegetables until all their liquid is evaporated.
Transfer to a large bowl.
While the vegetables are cooking, place the oats and walnuts in the food processor and process until finely ground.
Transfer to the bowl with the mushrooms and onions.
Add the soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, marmite, mushroom powder and flour to the bowl and mix well.
Scoop approximately 2 tablespoons of the mixture, and shape into balls. I use a small 1 oz ice cream scoop for this step.
Cook the meatballs in a lightly oiled skillet, for approximately 5 minutes, until browned on all sides.
Serve with your favorite sauce, as a meatball hero sandwich, or in any recipe that calls for meatballs.