Meatball Subs

Health score
22%
Meatball Subs
29 min.
4
481kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary adventure with our unforgettable Meatball Subs! Perfectly suited for lunch, dinner, or a cozy gathering, these hearty sandwiches promise to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. In just 29 minutes, you can whip up this mouthwatering main dish that brings together the rich flavors of tender meatballs, melted mozzarella, and zesty marinara sauce.

Imagine the aroma wafting through your kitchen as you mix lean ground sirloin with aromatic garlic and a dash of crushed red pepper. Each meatball is lovingly crafted, ensuring a juicy, flavorful bite every time. The magic doesn't stop there – we add delicious charred onion slices and vibrant yellow bell peppers for a colorful and nutritious boost, amplifying the taste and texture of each sub.

As you build your sensational sandwich with toasty hoagie buns, every layer comes alive with flavor, promising an experience that’s both comforting and fulfilling. The ultimate test? Just wait until you broil your creations and witness that bubbly, golden cheese melting to perfection! Garnish with fresh basil for an extra touch of freshness and a pop of color to your plate.

Whether you’re serving family or hosting friends, these Meatball Subs are sure to impress and satisfy. So roll up your sleeves, grab your ingredients, and let’s create something simply irresistible!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper red crushed
  • large eggs 
  • ounces mozzarella cheese fresh thinly sliced
  •  garlic cloves minced
  • 12 ounces ground sirloin 90% lean ( )
  • 1.3 cups lower-sodium marinara sauce 
  • 0.8 cup onion sliced
  • 0.3 cup panko bread crumbs (Japanese breadcrumbs)
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • ounce hoagie sandwich buns 
  •  bell peppers yellow halved seeded

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • broiler
  • grill pan

Directions

  1. Preheat broiler to high.
  2. Combine first 6 ingredients in a bowl; mix gently. Working with damp hands, gently shape beef mixture into 16 meatballs. Arrange meatballs in a single layer on a heavy-duty baking sheet coated with cooking spray, leaving 6 inches of open space on one end.
  3. Place bell pepper halves, skin sides up, on open space on pan. Broil 6 inches from heat for 7 minutes, turning meatballs once.
  4. Remove pan from oven.
  5. Place peppers in a small paper bag; fold to close tightly.
  6. Let stand for 10 minutes.
  7. Remove peppers from bag. Peel and slice into 1/4-inch-thick strips.
  8. Bring marinara sauce to a simmer in a large skillet over medium-low heat; add meatballs, tossing to coat. Keep warm.
  9. Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat; coat pan with cooking spray.
  10. Add onion slices; cook 4 minutes on each side or until charred.
  11. Remove onion from pan.
  12. Coat insides of buns with cooking spray, and broil 2 minutes or until toasted. Top each bun with 4 meatballs and 1/3 cup sauce. Divide peppers, onions, and cheese evenly among sandwiches; broil sandwiches 2 minutes or until bubbly and browned.
  13. Garnish with basil, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories481kcal
Protein24.06%
Fat37.96%
Carbs37.98%

Properties

Glycemic Index
32.25
Glycemic Load
2.31
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
26.844347881234%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.61mg
Isorhamnetin
1.5mg
Kaempferol
0.21mg
Myricetin
0.18mg
Quercetin
6.75mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:480.5kcal
24.03%
Fat:20.25g
31.15%
Saturated Fat:7.72g
48.24%
Carbohydrates:45.59g
15.2%
Net Carbohydrates:41.7g
15.16%
Sugar:5.72g
6.35%
Cholesterol:115.53mg
38.51%
Sodium:1045.07mg
45.44%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:28.87g
57.75%
Vitamin C:117.82mg
142.81%
Selenium:44.28µg
63.25%
Vitamin B3:8.12mg
40.59%
Vitamin B12:2.3µg
38.29%
Zinc:5.35mg
35.7%
Phosphorus:334.16mg
33.42%
Vitamin B2:0.52mg
30.4%
Iron:5.34mg
29.68%
Vitamin B6:0.59mg
29.66%
Vitamin B1:0.42mg
27.95%
Manganese:0.56mg
27.94%
Folate:99.81µg
24.95%
Potassium:773.93mg
22.11%
Calcium:183.81mg
18.38%
Copper:0.35mg
17.5%
Fiber:3.89g
15.56%
Magnesium:60.24mg
15.06%
Vitamin A:673.8IU
13.48%
Vitamin B5:1.34mg
13.42%
Vitamin E:1.95mg
12.98%
Vitamin K:4.72µg
4.49%
Vitamin D:0.39µg
2.61%
Source:My Recipes