Gluten-Free Grilled Meatball Skewers

Elevate your next barbecue with these flavorful Gluten-Free Grilled Meatball Skewers – a perfect combination of juicy, tender beef meatballs and vibrant, grilled vegetables. This recipe blends simple, wholesome ingredients like ground beef, gluten-free breadcrumbs, fresh parsley, and a medley of zucchini, bell peppers, and cherry tomatoes, creating a healthy and satisfying meal. Designed with convenience in mind, these skewers are easy to prepare, ready in just 40 minutes, and completely gluten-free, catering to dietary restrictions without compromising taste. Cooked to perfection on the grill, the smoky, charred meatballs pair beautifully with the caramelized sweetness of the veggies. Serve them at your next gathering with a dipping sauce or fresh salad, and enjoy a crowd-pleasing dish bursting with flavor and texture.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams ground beef
• 100 grams gluten-free breadcrumbs
• 1 unit small onion
• 2 cloves garlic cloves
• 30 grams fresh parsley
• 1 unit egg
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 unit zucchini
• 1 unit red bell pepper
• 200 grams cherry tomatoes

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.

Step 2

Finely chop the onion, garlic, and parsley.

Step 3

In a large bowl, combine ground beef, gluten-free breadcrumbs, chopped onion, garlic, parsley, egg, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Mix thoroughly using your hands until all the ingredients are well incorporated.

Step 5

Shape the mixture into small, even-sized meatballs, around 1 inch in diameter, and set aside.

Step 6

Slice the zucchini into thick rounds and the red bell pepper into chunks.

Step 7

Start threading the skewers by alternating meatballs, zucchini slices, red bell pepper chunks, and cherry tomatoes.

Step 8

Brush the assembled skewers lightly with olive oil to prevent sticking.

Step 9

Place the skewers on the preheated grill and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side, or until the meatballs are cooked through and the vegetables are nicely charred.

Step 10

Once cooked, remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.

Step 11

Serve warm and enjoy your gluten-free grilled meatball skewers with your favorite dipping sauce or a fresh side salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1306.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2006.6

Total Fat 130.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 41.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.5g
Cholesterol 550.0mg	0%
Sodium 5425.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 114.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.4g	0%
Total Sugars 30.0g
Protein 103.8g	0%

Vitamin D 48IU	0%
Calcium 267.8mg	0%
Iron 14.5mg	0%
Potassium 2864.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.3%

Protein: 20.3%

Carbs: 22.4%