Whole30 Cheese-Stuffed Meatballs

Satisfy your cravings for comfort food while staying Whole30-compliant with these irresistible Cheese-Stuffed Meatballs! Packed with flavor and cleverly crafted using nutritional yeast "cheese" cubes as a dairy-free stuffing, this recipe transforms a classic favorite into a wholesome, guilt-free treat. A blend of savory ground beef, almond flour, and aromatic herbs like oregano and basil creates the perfect base, while a quick sear in olive oil ensures a golden crust. These meatballs bake to perfection in just 20 minutes, making them an ideal choice for busy weeknights or meal prep. Garnished with fresh parsley, they shine as a crowd-pleasing appetizer or pair beautifully with your favorite veggies for a satisfying Whole30-approved meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 large egg
• 0.25 cup almond flour
• 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 15 pieces nutritional yeast 'cheese' cubes
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly oil it.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, egg, almond flour, nutritional yeast, onion powder, garlic powder, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly with your hands or a spatula until all ingredients are well combined.

Step 3

Scoop out about 1 1/2 tablespoons of the meat mixture and flatten it in your hand.

Step 4

Place one nutritional yeast 'cheese' cube in the center of the flattened meat, then fold the meat around it, rolling it gently between your hands to form a sealed meatball.

Step 5

Repeat the process until all the meat mixture is used. You should have around 15 to 16 meatballs.

Step 6

Heat the olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot but not smoking, add the meatballs in batches without overcrowding the skillet.

Step 7

Sear the meatballs for 2-3 minutes until nicely browned on all sides. Transfer them to the prepared baking sheet.

Step 8

Bake the seared meatballs in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until cooked through.

Step 9

Remove the meatballs from the oven and let them rest for a few minutes. Sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.

Step 10

Serve warm as a delicious appetizer or with a side salad for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(600.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1531.2

Total Fat 119.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 38.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.3g
Cholesterol 520.6mg	0%
Sodium 1804.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 23.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.0g	0%
Total Sugars 1.1g
Protein 100.2g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 183.9mg	0%
Iron 11.7mg	0%
Potassium 1486.2mg	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: 68.5%

Protein: 25.6%

Carbs: 5.9%