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Zucchini Pad Thai

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This plant powered Zucchini Pad Thai is a simple but delicious tasty meal. It’s quick and easy to make and a fabulous grain-free meal. Pair with your protein of choice to complete the nutrition of the meal. Best of all, unlike regular pad thai there’s no cooking involved. Health benefits Spiralised zucchini (think zoodles) and…

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Beef Haloumi Meatballs

| Budget Friendly, 30 Minute Meals, Make-ahead Meals, Red Meat, Freezable Meals, Healthy Lunchbox, After School Snacks

Another member’s request this week, these Beef Haloumi Meatballs are a delicious and super simple meal or snack. They have a hint of smokiness and are a beautiful flavour combination.

These Beef Haloumi Meatballs are a savoury, flavour-packed twist on traditional meatballs, made even more special with the addition of haloumi cheese. Perfect for a family dinner or batch cooking for lunchboxes, these meatballs are very versatile.

I’ve opted to bake them (because I’m lazy), but feel free to pan fry them or pop on the BBQ. They could even be shaped into bigger patties and turned into burgers if you’d prefer. They also make fabulous lunchbox snacks or mains.

Health benefits

This recipe combines beef mince, which is a great source of protein and iron, with nutrient-dense vegetables like capsicum and onion. Haloumi adds calcium, while the fresh breadcrumbs provide fibre.

Ingredients

The combination of beef mince, grated haloumi, and fresh breadcrumbs forms the base of these meatballs. Smoked paprika and oregano add warmth and depth, while Worcestershire sauce enhances the umami flavor. You can easily adapt this recipe with gluten-free or dairy-free variations to suit your dietary preferences. The oregano is rich in antioxidants.

How to make Beef Haloumi Meatballs

Mix all ingredients together in a large bowl, using your hands to combine everything well. Roll into golf ball-sized meatballs and place them on a lined baking tray. Bake in a preheated oven for about 15 minutes until golden and cooked through. For smaller meatballs, adjust the cooking time accordingly. If you own a Thermomix, we’ve also included Thermomix instructions for this recipe.

Serving suggestions and how to store

Serve these meatballs with a side of salad or roasted vegetables for a balanced meal. You can also pair them with your favorite pasta or a simple tomato sauce for a comforting dish. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge or freezer for easy meal prep. Reheat in a low oven until just heated through.

Vary this Beef Haloumi Meatballs recipe to suit

For a dairy-free version, omit the haloumi and add a tablespoon of nutritional yeast for a cheesy flavor. To make these gluten-free, simply swap the breadcrumbs for a gluten-free variety, and for a grain-free alternative, use almond meal instead of breadcrumbs. If you’re avoiding eggs, replace the egg with a chia or flax egg for an egg-free option.

Take a look at the variations (below the main recipe) for suggestions to alter the recipe to suit many specific dietary requirements.

These Beef Haloumi Meatballs are a delicious and super simple meal or snack. They have a hint of smokiness and are a beautiful flavour combination.
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5 from 7 votes

Beef and Haloumi Meatballs

These Beef Haloumi Meatballs are a delicious and super simple meal or snack.They have a hint of smokiness and are a beautiful flavour combination.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Servings: 4
Author: Georgia Harding

Ingredients

  • 500 g beef mince
  • 1 cup/s fresh breadcrumbs
  • 100 g haloumi – grated
  • 1 red capsicum/s – grated
  • 2 clove/s garlic – minced
  • 1 red onion/s – small or half a large grated or very finely diced
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 egg/s
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper – to taste
Metric – US Customary

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 200°C / 390°F (fan-forced).
  • Place all the ingredients into a mixing bowl and mix together (I squeeze together with my hands).
  • Roll into balls (about the size of a golf ball) and place on a greased or lined baking tray and bake for 15 minutes. Smaller meatballs will cook quicker (and larger will take longer).

Thermomix Instructions

  • To make your own fresh breadcrumbs, place 2-3 slices of bread of your choice in the Thermomix bowl and process for 10 seconds, speed 7. Set aside.
  • Add the haloumi, capsicum, garlic and onion to the Thermomix bowl and grate for 6 seconds, speed 6.
  • Add the breadcrumbs back into the Thermomix bowl along with the mince, spices and remaining ingredients. Combine for 10-20 seconds, speed 4, Reverse, using the spatula through the lid to help incorporate.
  • Roll into balls (about the size of a golf ball) and place on a lined baking tray and bake for 15 minutes. Smaller meatballs will cook quicker (and larger will take longer).

Serve

  • With salad or vegetables.

Make-ahead

  • Re-heat in a low oven until just hot.

Store

  • Store in an airtight container in the fridge or freezer.

Notes

Dairy-free

Omit the haloumi and add in a tablespoon nutritional yeast.

Gluten-free

Use gluten-free breadcrumbs and make sure the Worcestershire is gluten-free.

Grain-free

Replace the breadcrumbs with a cup of almond meal.

Egg-free

Replace with a chia or flax egg. 
 
 
 

 

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Strawberry Yoghurt Drops

| After School Snacks, Ice-blocks, Members only

These Strawberry Yoghurt Drops are such a quick and easy to make icy treat. They are great for little kids and toddlers where a big ice block is too much to eat in one sitting. You can of course swap strawberries for other berries – adjust the sweetener as required. Health benefits The combination of…

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Garlic Cherry Tomato Spaghetti (in 15 minutes)

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This super simple Spaghetti Garlic Cherry Tomato is a dish you can whip up in the time it takes to cook your spaghetti. It is a very traditional Italian dish that I learned from a gorgeous Nonna on a trip to Italy many moons ago and it’s a good staple recipe when you want something…

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Steak Mushroom Sauce

| 30 Minute Meals, Red Meat, Members only

This Steak Mushroom Sauce is a flavour match made in heaven. I agonised over perfecting the mushroom sauce (without making the recipe complicated). This was voted the unanimous winner! If you are able to, source different varieties of mushrooms to really build an incredible flavour. I like to choose a combination of Swiss Brown, Shiitake,…

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Lemony Sweet Potato Tart

| Baked Sweets, Desserts, Members only

This delicious Lemony Sweet Potato Tart is my take on a pumpkin pie my Nan used to make. I still love pumpkin pie but sometimes it’s the sweet potatoes that are on special or in season! I’ve made it dairy-free with a hint of spice and sweetness, but not too sweet. It’s so easy to…

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Greens Spaghetti Carbonara

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This Greens Spaghetti Carbonara just screams spring! It’s a delicious vegetarian take on the classic and so quick and easy to make. If you’re not a fan of asparagus (or can’t source it), broccoli or broccolini are a great substitution. Another thing I love about this recipe is that it’s a great way to incorporate…

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Chicken Miso Butter Stirfry

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This simple Chicken Miso Butter Stir Fry is another delicious flavour combination that my family love. It’s so quick and easy to prep and cook making it the perfect mid week, 30 minute meal. I love the umami, buttery miso flavour throughout this meal. The fresh vegetables with chicken are full of whole protein, coloured…

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Quinoa Kale Salad

| Vegetarian, Members only, Salads

This delicious, easy to make Quinoa Kale Salad is a beautiful side dish or a complete, super nourishing stand alone meal. Enjoy as is or feel free to build on it by adding in extra vegetables or any protein you like. My garden is overflowing with kale right now, if yours is the same, then…

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Italian Salad

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Every cook needs a good Italian Salad in their repertoire. Don’t let this seriously simple salad fool you…it’s super delicious as is or with one of the add ons. I love this as a side to any BBQd or grilled meat, especially enjoyed outside on a warm summer’s evening. I often double the dressing to…

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Beef Sausage Rolls

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These Beef Sausage Rolls are a simple, budget friendly meal or snack. They are based on the ones I used to make with my nan as a kid. She always made shortcrust pastry as puff was so time consuming to make and store bought pastry was a luxury we couldn’t afford. You can choose to…

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Quick BBQ Sauce

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This is an economical, quick and easy way to make a smoky homemade quick BBQ sauce from basic pantry staples. It will last about 1 week in the fridge, so feel free to adjust the amount you make to suit your needs. I sometimes halve this recipe to add to burgers or serve with sausage…

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Pineapple Crumble Cake

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This healthy, wheat-free Pineapple Crumble Cake is easy to make and delicious with variations for gluten-free, egg-free and vegan. It’s so good warm out of the oven with cream or yoghurt (or coconut yoghurt). This recipe calls for fresh pineapple which may not always be possible – you can substitute for tinned pineapple (in natural…

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Sweet Potato Golden Mylk

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This Sweet Potato Golden Mylk is perfect if your digestion is struggling or you enjoy a more warming smoothie or a warm drink. I love adding cooked sweet potato to smoothies, it adds nourishment, fibre and a creamy texture. You can also use this recipe as a base and add the fruit of your choice…

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Oven Baked Chicken Curry

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This oven baked chicken curry is a wholesome and delicious meal that the whole family will love. It’s simple enough for busy weeknights yet generous enough for entertaining on the weekend, too. Cooking the curry in the oven makes it low effort, maximum taste. I like to use a whole chicken portioned into eight pieces;…

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Chicken Alla Romana

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Chicken Pollo Alla Romana is a wonderful family dish for many reasons. It’s delicious like most Italian food and uses simple, seasonal ingredients. It’s perfect for entertaining, as you can get most of the work done ahead of time. But best of all, it makes two meals from one, saving you time and money.  I…

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Chocolate Dessert Hummus

| Healthy Lunchbox, Dips, No-bake Sweets, Desserts, Members only

As requested, here’s a lunchbox friendly Chocolate Dessert Hummus recipe that’s sure to please and dairy-free. I’ve tried a few variations on this recipe but the simpler the better I found. The aquafaba (the liquid from the can of chickpeas) adds a lightness to the hummus that makes it almost mousse like. If you’d like…

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Sticky Brisket Burgers (Brisket Three Ways)

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Not long ago after posting a two for one meal in the membership, I was set the challenge to come up with a three for one meal…and so the Brisket Three Ways was born. This is such an easy three in one meal that produces three very different, tasty and super budget friendly meals. The…

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Lamb loin roast with root vegetables and fresh mint sauce

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Who doesn’t love a good lamb roast? This lamb loin roast with root vegetables and fresh mint sauce is the most beautiful flavour combination. Ditching the super sweet store bought mint sauce and making your own fresh mint sauce is such a game changer- so flavoursome and lifts the flavour of the meal. I hope…

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No Bake Lemon Bars

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These quick and easy No Bake Lemon Bars are an easy to prepare, delicious lemony treat. They’re not nut free so they may need to be kept for an after school or weekend treat, but they’re a great energising snack with lemon and the crunch of slivered almonds. Naturally gluten free, they can easily be…

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Pumpkin Ginger Coconut Soup

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This smooth, creamy Pumpkin Ginger Coconut Soup is one of my favourite flavour combinations and go-to meals for a quick and easy to make soup. By adding the carrot and sweet potato it extends the nutritional variety of the soup which is always a good thing. I sometimes call this ‘Orange Soup’ for all the…

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Tray Baked Mexican Chicken

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This simple Tray Baked Mexican Chicken dish is sure to become a family favourite on regular rotation. It’s a nutritionally balanced meal that’s quick to prep, quick to cook and tastes incredible. This is a great recipe to serve buffet style so kids can make their own tacos or tortillas. Place all the parts of…

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Chocolate Pear Cardamom Pudding

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This simple grain-free Chocolate Pear Cardamom Pudding is a beautiful combination of flavours and so quick and easy to make. I adore the flavour of cardamom, but like any spice, you either do or you don’t. If you don’t you can certainly leave it out or replace it with another sweet spice like cinnamon. This…

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Simple Spicy Kimchi

| Fermenting, Members only

This Simple Spicy Kimchi is a great way to include fermented vegetables in your diet and is a delicious way to boost gut health. Making your own kimchi is really easy, the hardest part of the recipe is waiting for it to ferment and be ready to eat! If you’d like to follow a video…

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