Honey Plant-Based Ground Protein Meatballs
with Dried Cranberries and Creamy Smashed Potatoes- Mustard
- Barley
- Milk
- Wheat
- Rye
- Sesame
- Soy
- Oats
Tender plant-based ground protein meatballs with a sweet sauce, creamy smashed potatoes and festive cranberries will remind you of a holiday feast any time of year!
Ingredients
250 g
Plant-Based Ground Protein
350 g
Yellow Potato
1 unit
Carrot
1 unit
Zucchini
¼ cup
Dried Cranberries
2 unit
Honey
1 tbsp
Dijon Mustard
(Contains: Mustard)
¼ cup
Italian Breadcrumbs
(Contains: Barley, Milk, Wheat, Rye, Sesame, Soy, Oats)
56 mL
Cream
(Contains: Milk)
1 unit
Chicken Broth Concentrate
Not included in your delivery
2 tbsp
Unsalted Butter*
(Contains: Milk)
0.38 tsp
Salt*
¼ tsp
Pepper*
Nutrition Values
Utensils
Cooking Steps
Before starting, preheat the oven to 450˚F. Wash and dry all produce. Cut potatoes into 1-inch pieces.Add potatoes, 2 tsp salt and enough water to cover (by approx. 1 inch) to a large pot (use same for 4 ppl). Cover and bring to a boil over high heat.Once boiling, reduce heat to medium. Simmer uncovered until potatoes are fork-tender, 10-12 min.
Meanwhile, peel, then halve carrot lengthwise. Cut into 1/4-inch half-moons. Halve zucchini lengthwise, then cut into 1/2-inch half-moons. Finely chop dried cranberries.
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.Add plant-based ground protein, breadcrumbs and 1/4 tsp (1/2 tsp) salt to a large bowl. (TIP: If you prefer a more tender meatball, add an egg to mixture!) Season with pepper, then combine.Roll mixture into 12 equal-sized meatballs (24 meatballs for 4 ppl), then transfer to the prepared baking sheet.Roast in the middle of the oven until cooked through, 10-12 min.**
Meanwhile, heat a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat. When the pan is hot, add 1 tbsp (2 tbsp) butter, then swirl until melted, 30 sec. Add carrots and 2 tbsp (4 tbsp) water. Cook, stirring occasionally, until starting to soften, 2-3 min. Add zucchini. Cook, stirring occasionally, until veggies are tender-crisp and water is absorbed, 4-5 min. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Remove from heat. Transfer veggies to a plate, then cover to keep warm.
Add 1/3 cup (1/2 cup) water, broth concentrate, honey and Dijon to the same pan. Season with pepper, then whisk to combine. Add dried cranberries. Bring to a simmer over medium.Once simmering, cook, stirring often, until sauce is smooth and thickens slightly, 2-3 min. When meatballs are done, add to the pan with sauce. Toss to coat.
When potatoes are fork-tender, drain and return to the same pot, off heat.Mash cream and 1 tbsp (2 tbsp) butter into potatoes until slightly mashed. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Divide smashed potatoes and veggies between plates.Top potatoes with meatballs and any remaining sauce from the pan.
Customer reviews
Review summary
Updated on Feb 2026- Flavor: Reviewers enjoyed the flavors, noting they were different and very nice compared to similar meatball dishes.
- Ease of prep: Some found it challenging to form the suggested number of meatballs from the provided amount of plant-based protein.
- Suggestions: Consider roasting the potatoes instead of mashing them for a different texture and flavor profile.
- Portions: Several customers mentioned needing to add extra potatoes to increase the serving size.
