Cheesy Beef Meatballs & Carrot Fries
with Cucumber-Spinach Slaw & Creamy Pesto
- Eggs
- Milk
- Milk
- May contain traces of allergens
Sharp Cheddar and our All-American spice blend bump up the flavour in these juicy meatballs, which pair perfectly with the earthy carrot fries (a flavourful swap for potato fries to keep the carbs in check). The slaw completes the dish, providing crunch and a touch of sweetness and acidity for the perfect balance of flavours. Serve it all with our creamy pesto for dipping! This recipe is under 650kcal per serving and under 30g carbohydrates per serving.
Ingredients
2
carrot
2 clove
garlic
1 packet
beef mince
1 bag
baby spinach leaves
1 bag
slaw mix
1 packet
smokey aioli
(Contains: Eggs May be present: Milk)
1
cucumber
1 packet
Cheddar cheese
(Contains: Milk)
1 sachet
All-American spice blend
Not included in your delivery
1
olive oil
1 drizzle
vinegar (balsamic or white wine)
Utensils
Cooking Steps
ā¢ Preheat oven to 240Ā°C/220Ā°C fan-forced. ā¢ Cut carrot into fries. ā¢ Place carrot fries on a lined oven tray. Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and toss to coat. ā¢ Bake until tender, 20-25 minutes.
TIP: If your oven tray is crowded, divide the carrot fries between two trays.
ā¢ Meanwhile, finely chop garlic. ā¢ In a medium bowl, combine beef mince, shredded Cheddar cheese, garlic and All-American spice blend. ā¢ Using damp hands, roll heaped spoonfuls of the mixture into small meatballs (4-5 per person). ā¢ Transfer to a plate.
ā¢ In a large frying pan, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium-high heat. ā¢ Cook meatballs, turning, until browned and cooked through, 8-10 minutes.
TIP: Cook the meatballs in batches if your pan is getting crowded.
ā¢ Meanwhile, roughly chop baby spinach leaves. ā¢ Thinly slice cucumber into half-moons.
ā¢ In a medium bowl, combine slaw mix, baby spinach and cucumber. ā¢ Drizzle with vinegar and olive oil. Toss to coat. Season to taste.
ā¢ Divide cheesy beef meatballs, carrot fries and cucumber-spinach slaw between plates. ā¢ Serve with creamy pesto dressing. Enjoy!
Customer reviews
Review summary
Updated on July 2026- Flavour:Ā The cheesy meatballs were a clear highlight, with many loving the melted pockets of cheddar and the All-American spice blend. Some found the meatballs mild or dry, while others found the spice blend quite hot ā adjust the amount to suit your household.
- Ease of prep:Ā Most found this a quick and easy meal to pull together, and several customers had great results cooking the meatballs and vegetables in an air fryer to save time and washing up.
- Suggestions:Ā A few customers found the meatballs fell apart during cooking and suggested adding egg or breadcrumbs to help bind them. Adding honey to the carrot chips before roasting was a popular tip, and some boosted portions by adding extra carrot or potato to the tray.
- Leftovers:Ā At least one customer enjoyed the meatballs for lunch the next day, though the slaw is best eaten fresh as the leaves wilt quickly.
- Portions:Ā A handful of customers felt the serving size was on the smaller side, particularly for bigger appetites, and added extra mince to make it more filling.
