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Stovetop~35 minComplexity

Miso Meatball Bowl Recipe

This Miso Meatball Bowl delivers 28g protein and 533 calories per serving, combining lean meat with a carb base for sustained energy. Batch-preps 4 servings on the stovetop in under 30 minutes, giving you a complete lunch ready to reheat. Designed to satisfy both protein and calorie targets in a single container.

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Ingredients

4 servings
  • Buttermilk, Cultured, Low-Fat(60g)
  • Mayonnaise, Regular(60g)
  • Sour Cream(60g)

    Regular or fat-free both work. Fat-free is thinner but saves ~40 cal/serving.

  • Cilantro, Fresh(10g)
  • Onion powder(3g)
  • Garlic powder(3g)
  • Miso Paste, White(15g)
  • ¼ teaspoon sea salt
  • Ground Chicken(454g)

    Usually near ground turkey in the meat section. Check fat % on label.

  • Cilantro, Fresh(60g)
  • Green Onion (Scallion)
  • Bread Crumbs, Panko, Dry(120g)
  • Egg, Whole, Large
  • Miso Paste, White(23g)
  • Garlic
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • Green Beans(227g)
  • Olive oil(30g)

    Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.

  • Cabbage, Green

Instructions

  1. 1Whisk together the buttermilk, mayonnaise, sour cream, fresh cilantro, onion powder, garlic powder, white miso paste, and salt in a small bowl until smooth. Set the miso ranch sauce aside.
  2. 2Combine the ground chicken, cilantro, green onions, panko bread crumbs, egg, white miso paste, fresh garlic, and salt in a large bowl and mix well. With wet hands, form the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs (about 2 tablespoons each) and place on a plate—you should have approximately 20 meatballs.
  3. 3Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add half the olive oil and cook the meatballs in batches for 8–10 minutes, turning occasionally, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F on an instant-read thermometer and they are golden brown on all sides. Transfer the cooked meatballs to a plate.
  4. 4Add the remaining olive oil to the same skillet over medium-high heat. Add the green beans and cook for 5–6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender-crisp and beginning to brown. Season with salt.
  5. 5Push the green beans to the side of the skillet, add the cabbage, and cook for 4–5 minutes over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until the cabbage is tender and lightly caramelized.
  6. 6Return the meatballs to the skillet with the vegetables and toss gently to combine over medium heat for 1–2 minutes until heated through.
  7. 7Divide the meatballs and vegetables evenly into 4 airtight containers while hot. Allow to cool, then refrigerate.
  8. 8To serve, reheat a portion in a microwave for 2–3 minutes, place over cooked rice, drizzle with miso ranch sauce, and top with fresh cilantro and green onions.

Nutrition — Per Serving

533

calories

28g

protein

34g

fat

Carbohydrates
31g
Saturated fat
7.6g
Sodium
770 mg
Dietary fiber
4.1g

4 servings per batch · ~281g each

Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central

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Common questions

How much protein does Miso Meatball Bowl have per serving?

Each serving contains 28g of protein and 533 calories with 34g fat and 31g carbs. The macro split makes this a balanced lunch option that covers roughly 1/3 of a standard daily protein target.

How long does Miso Meatball Bowl take to prep?

This recipe qualifies as quick prep and yields 4 servings on the stovetop, making it efficient for batch prepping multiple lunch containers in a single session.

Is Miso Meatball Bowl good for fat loss?

At 533 calories and 28g protein per serving, this bowl works well for fat loss phases where you're maintaining satiety without excessive calorie density. The protein-to-calorie ratio keeps you full while staying within a moderate deficit.

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