Eggplant Parmesan Meatballs

Name: Eggplant Parmesan Meatballs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs. eggplant, cut into 1x1-inch cubes ((about 2 medium globe eggplants)); 6 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided; 3/4 tsp. kosher salt; 1 cup, plus 2 Tbsp. seasoned breadcrumbs ((sub plain breadcrumbs mixed with 1 tsp. Italian seasoning)); 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese ((plus more for garnish)); 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley; 1 whole egg, plus 1 egg yolk, whisked; 3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced or minced; 1/2 tsp. black pepper; 1/2 tsp. onion powder; 1 (24-oz.) jar marinara sauce; 1/2 cup whole-milk ricotta cheese; Crusty bread for serving

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:45min

Eggplant Parmesan Meatballs offer all there is to love about Eggplant Parmesan in a vegetarian meatball. These eggplant meatballs are best served with marinara sauce, ricotta cheese, and crusty bread for dipping.

Updated at: Thu, 25 Dec 2025 00:07:46 GMT