Spaghetti with Bison Meatballs
Spaghetti with Bison Meatballs pairs lean, tender bison meatballs with a rich tomato and mushroom sauce layered with fresh herbs. The sauce clings to whole-grain pasta, offering hearty depth without heaviness, while Parmesan adds a salty finish. Serve it for a cozy weeknight dinner or a casual gathering when you want classic comfort with a twist.
- Prep30 mins
- Cook30 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Spaghetti with Bison Meatballs, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 53 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 19 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 91 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 39
- Heart Health
- 59
- Metabolic
- 54
- Digestive
- 32
- Inflammatory
- 40
- Performance
- 51
- General Wellness
- 1
Combine the green onions, parsley, oregano, and basil in a bowl and mix thoroughly.
- 2
Put the bison in a bowl. Add 1/2 cup of the green onion mixture. Add the egg, bread, 1 teaspoon salt, and Worcestershire sauce. Mix until evenly blended.
- 3
Form the mixture into eight meatballs about 1 1/2 inches wide. Place them in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the red wine; cover and cook for 8 minutes. Flip the meatballs and continue cooking, covered, for another 8 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should register at least 160 degrees F (70 degrees C). Set aside and keep warm.
- 4
Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the remaining green onion mixture, the onion, mushrooms, and 1 teaspoon salt. Cook, stirring, until the onions are translucent, about 10 minutes. Add the spaghetti sauce and stewed tomatoes. Bring to a boil.
- 5
Meanwhile, bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, 7 to 9 minutes. Drain.
- 6
Season the sauce with salt and pepper and serve over the spaghetti. Top with the meatballs and garnish with Parmesan cheese.
- Calories 382.3 kcal Moderate 19%
- Protein 15.84 g Good Source 32%
- Carbohydrate 71.19 g 26%
- Total Fat 7.66 g Moderate 10%
- Saturated Fat 2.14 g Moderate 11%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 46.26 mg Moderate 15%
- Sodium 753.16 mg High 33%
- Dietary Fiber 11.66 g Good Source 42%
- Total Sugars 13.77 g --
- Added Sugars 2.95 g Moderate 6%
- Calcium 101.99 mg Low Source 8%
- Iron 5.2 mg Good Source 29%
- Potassium 256.04 mg Low Source 5%
- Vitamin A 41.06 mcg Low Source 5%
- Vitamin C 11.06 mg Moderate 12%
- Vitamin D 0.21 mcg Low Source 1%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Fish 🐟
- Eggs 🥚
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Onions 🧅
- Alcohol 🚫🍷
About This Recipe
Spaghetti with Bison Meatballs is made with 16 ingredients and serves 6. It takes about 1 hr and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Butter, Eggs, French Bread, and Fresh Basil. Each serving provides about 382.3 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Spaghetti with Bison Meatballs made of?
- The main ingredients are Butter, Eggs, French Bread, Fresh Basil, Fresh Oregano. The full list of 16 is above.
- How long does it take to make Spaghetti with Bison Meatballs?
- About 1 hr in total: 30 mins to prepare and 30 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 382.3 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Spaghetti with Bison Meatballs easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 16 ingredients and 6 steps.
- Is Spaghetti with Bison Meatballs healthy?
- Spaghetti with Bison Meatballs has an easyChef Pro health score of 52/100. Per serving, it provides 382.3 calories and 15.84 g of protein, or 32% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber and iron. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 753.16 mg (33% of the Daily Value), saturated fat at 2.14 g (11% of the Daily Value) and added sugars at 2.95 g (6% of the Daily Value). It contains Fish, Eggs, Milk, Wheat, Gluten, Tomatoes, Onions and Alcohol, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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