Amazing Italian Meatballs (Raw Food)

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 0

Amazing Italian Meatballs (Raw Food) recipe for a healthy and delicious meal

by The Chefin Main

Prep

30 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

240

Sugar

Fat

21g

Italian meatballs are a classic dish loved by many, and this raw food version is a healthy twist on the traditional recipe. The combination of mushrooms and walnuts provides a meaty texture that's both satisfying and nutritious. Raw foodism is a diet based on consuming unprocessed and uncooked foods to promote health and wellness. While some may find the diet too restrictive, others swear by its benefits, including weight loss, improved digestion, and nutrient absorption. Give these amazing Italian meatballs a try if you're seeking a healthy, wholesome meal that doesn't sacrifice flavor.

Instructions

1.	In a food processor, pulse the mushrooms and walnuts until finely chopped.
2.	Add the Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and sea salt to the mushroom and walnut mixture. Pulse again until well combined.
3.	Cut the red pepper and tomato into small pieces and add them to the mixture, pulsing for a few seconds until well combined.
4.	Using a spoon, scoop out the mixture and form them into meatballs about the size of golf balls. Serve as is, or dehydrate in a dehydrator at 115°F for 4 hours.

PROS

These Italian meatballs are full of flavor and texture, making for a satisfying meal.

The raw food diet promotes weight loss, digestion, and nutrient intake.

CONS

This recipe requires some preparation and specialized equipment such as a food processor and a dehydrator if dehydrating the meatballs.

Some people may find the raw food diet too restrictive.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The raw food diet has been shown to lower blood pressure and cholesterol levels, reduce the risk of heart disease, and improve digestion and nutrient absorption.
Mushrooms are a good source of protein, vitamins B and D, and minerals such as selenium, copper, and potassium.
Walnuts are high in omega-3 fatty acids, antioxidants, and fiber, making them beneficial for heart health and brain function.

	12 ounces mushrooms
	3/4 cup walnuts
	1 tablespoon italian seasoning
	1 teaspoon garlic powder
	1 teaspoon sea salt
	1 red pepper
	1 tomatoes