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Weeknight Meatball Sub

Savory Weeknight Meatball Sub: A Family Favorite in 30 Minutes

Try this delicious Weeknight Meatball Sub, ready in 30 minutes, perfect for family dinners!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 subs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb Ground Beef or ground turkey for a lighter option
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs use whole wheat or gluten-free
  • 1 large Egg or flax egg for a vegan substitute
  • 1 tbsp Chili Powder adjust to taste or replace with Italian seasoning
For the Assembly
  • 4 large Sub Buns use whole wheat or gluten-free
  • 1 cup Salsa homemade or jarred
  • 1 cup Cheese can swap for vegan cheese
  • 1 handful Fresh Cilantro omit or substitute with parsley if not a fan
For Sides (Optional)
  • 4 cups Salad Mix toss with vinaigrette for extra flavor
  • 1 bag Chips consider baked options or tortilla chips

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Aluminum foil
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Weeknight Meatball Sub
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and chop vegetables like onions and cilantro. Gather ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, and chili powder in a bowl.
  2. Combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, chili powder, and egg in a large bowl. Mix well and roll into golf ball-sized meatballs, about 2 inches in diameter.
  3. Arrange meatballs on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 18-20 minutes until cooked through.
  4. Wrap the sub buns in aluminum foil and place in the oven for the last 5-7 minutes of the meatballs’ cooking time.
  5. Layer meatballs inside each warm sub bun, spoon salsa over the top, and sprinkle cheese and cilantro.
  6. Serve immediately with a salad or chips on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1subCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Prepare all ingredients before starting to streamline the cooking process. Customize toppings for a DIY sub experience.

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