Whole30 Savory Vegetable Meatballs

Juicy, flavorful, and packed with hidden veggies, these Whole30 Savory Vegetable Meatballs are the perfect guilt-free addition to your meal rotation. Made with a hearty mix of ground beef and pork, these meatballs are elevated by finely minced onion, zucchini, and carrot, delivering a boost of nutrients without compromising taste. Almond flour and nutritional yeast keep them gluten-free and Whole30-compliant while adding a rich, cheesy undertone. Seasoned with fresh parsley, garlic, and a touch of oregano, each bite bursts with herbaceous flavor. Baked to perfection with a drizzle of olive oil for a golden, tender finish, these versatile meatballs are ideal for pairing with your favorite Whole30 sauce or served atop a bed of zoodles. Simple to prepare and ready in under an hour, this recipe is perfect for meal prep, family dinners, or anyone seeking a healthy yet indulgent dish.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 pound ground pork
• 1 medium onion
• 1 medium zucchini
• 1 medium carrot
• 3 garlic cloves
• 1 large egg
• 0.5 cup almond flour
• 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Finely chop the onion, zucchini, and carrot, or use a food processor to achieve a fine mince. Mince the garlic cloves.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef and ground pork.

Step 4

Add the chopped onion, zucchini, carrot, and garlic to the meat mixture.

Step 5

Crack the egg into a small bowl and beat it lightly, then add it to the meat mixture along with the almond flour and nutritional yeast.

Step 6

Chop the fresh parsley and add it to the bowl, along with the dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.

Step 7

Mix all ingredients thoroughly until well combined. Using your hands is often the easiest method.

Step 8

Form the mixture into 1.5-inch meatballs, placing them evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 9

Drizzle the meatballs with the olive oil to help them brown and maintain moisture during baking.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, until the meatballs are browned on the outside and cooked through internally, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Step 11

Serve immediately, pairing with your favorite Whole30 compliant sauce or side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1488.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3196.0

Total Fat 235.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 75.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.8g
Cholesterol 908.7mg	0%
Sodium 4977.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 54.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.0g	0%
Total Sugars 24.8g
Protein 213.4g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 424.4mg	0%
Iron 17.5mg	0%
Potassium 2356.4mg	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: 66.4%

Protein: 26.7%

Carbs: 6.9%