Whole30 Cheesy Meatballs

Indulge in the flavorful satisfaction of Whole30 Cheesy Meatballs—an irresistible, dairy-free twist on a classic comfort food. These tender meatballs blend ground beef and pork with almond flour for a gluten-free binder, while nutritional yeast delivers a cheesy, umami-packed flavor that’s perfect for Whole30 and paleo lifestyles. Seasoned with a fragrant mix of garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, and basil, these meatballs are baked to perfection with a golden drizzle of olive oil. Ready in just 35 minutes, they make a hearty, protein-packed meal when paired with roasted vegetables or a crisp side salad. Perfect for meal prepping or a cozy family dinner, this healthy, gluten-free, and dairy-free recipe will quickly become a staple in your rotation!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 pound Ground pork
• 1 large Egg
• 1 cup Almond flour
• 0.25 cup Nutritional yeast
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Dried basil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons 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 and ground pork using your hands or a wooden spoon.

Step 3

Add the egg and almond flour to the meat mixture and mix until well combined.

Step 4

Stir in the nutritional yeast, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Mix until all ingredients are evenly distributed.

Step 5

Scoop about 2 tablespoons of the mixture and roll into a ball using your hands. Place the meatball on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining mixture, spacing the meatballs slightly apart.

Step 6

Drizzle olive oil over the meatballs to help them brown nicely.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until the meatballs are cooked through and nicely browned on the outside.

Step 8

Remove from the oven and let the meatballs rest for a few minutes before serving.

Step 9

Enjoy the Whole30 Cheesy Meatballs as they are, or serve them with a side of roasted vegetables or a fresh salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1105.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3290.2

Total Fat 258.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 76.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.6g
Cholesterol 948.9mg	0%
Sodium 3060.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 28.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.4g	0%
Total Sugars 3.6g
Protein 223.4g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 432.7mg	0%
Iron 17.0mg	0%
Potassium 1310.5mg	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: 69.8%

Protein: 26.8%

Carbs: 3.4%