Paleo Oven-Baked Italian Meatballs
Elevate your weeknight dinners with these Paleo Oven-Baked Italian Meatballs, a deliciously wholesome twist on a classic comfort food. Made with a flavorful blend of ground beef and pork, almond flour, and aromatic herbs like fresh parsley, oregano, and basil, these gluten-free meatballs bring robust Italian flavors to your table. The oven-baked method keeps them perfectly tender on the inside while achieving a golden-brown finish, all without the need for frying. With just 20 minutes of prep time, this easy and healthy recipe is perfect for busy nights. Serve these juicy meatballs as an appetizer, pair them with your favorite marinara sauce, or nestle them atop a bed of zucchini noodles for a satisfying Paleo-friendly main course. Packed with protein and free of grains, these meatballs are a must-try for anyone seeking a clean, flavorful meal option!
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Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 0.5 pound ground pork
- 0.5 cup almond flour
- 1 large egg
- 0.5 cup onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, and almond flour.
Step 3
Add the egg, chopped onion, minced garlic, and fresh parsley to the meat mixture.
Step 4
Season the mixture with oregano, basil, salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes.
Step 5
Mix all ingredients thoroughly until well combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the meatballs tender.
Step 6
Form the mixture into approximately 20 meatballs, each about 1.5 inches in diameter.
Step 7
Place the meatballs on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are spaced evenly apart.
Step 8
Drizzle the meatballs with olive oil to promote browning.
Step 9
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the meatballs are fully cooked and golden brown.
Step 10
Remove from the oven and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
Step 11
Serve the meatballs warm as an appetizer, main course, or with your favorite Paleo-friendly sauce or zoodles.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (988.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2369.8 |
| Total Fat 187.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 57.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g | |
| Cholesterol 744.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2951.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 28.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 7.1g | |
| Protein 155.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 53.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 431.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 16.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1920.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories