# @iheartveggies on Instagram

- **Type:** Video
- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/C6gntY1uXg-
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/17112633-iheartveggies-instagram
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- **Posted:** 2024-05-03T14:29:46.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** Liz Thomson | Food Blogger (@iheartveggies) — https://gondola.cc/iheartveggies

## Caption

I’ve been on a protein kick and lately, I’ve been turning to tempeh! Last week, I whipped up these tempeh meatballs.  They’re hearty and delicious but surprisingly easy to make. They’re the perfect plant-based addition to your next pasta night! 🍝
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Here’s the recipe:
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 package (8 ounces) tempeh, crumbled
1/2 cup Panko crumbs
1/4 cup nutritional yeast
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon soy sauce or tamari (use gluten-free if needed)
1 teaspoon maple syrup
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon salt
Marinara sauce for serving
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Instructions
Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the garlic and tempeh to the skillet and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned.
Add the tomato paste, stirring until the tempeh is evenly coated and continue to cook for 2 minutes.
In a food processor, add the tempeh mixture, panko crumbs, nutritional yeast, soy sauce, maple syrup, and seasonings. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
Scoop 2 tablespoons of the tempeh mixture and roll it between your hands to form a ball. Repeat with the remaining mixture. You should get about 8-10 meatballs, depending on the size.
Place the tempeh meatballs on the prepared baking sheet, leaving a little space between each one.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the meatballs are lightly brown and firm to the touch.
Serve with your favorite sauce.
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