Paleo Classic Homemade Meatballs
Savor the timeless comfort of these Paleo Classic Homemade Meatballs, a healthy twist on a beloved favorite. Crafted with a flavorful blend of juicy ground beef and pork, these meatballs are bound together with almond flour and seasoned with garlic, onion, fresh parsley, and aromatic oregano. They’re seared to perfection in coconut oil for a golden, crispy exterior, then simmered in a rich, no-sugar-added tomato sauce to soak up every ounce of flavor. With just 15 minutes of prep time, these gluten-free, grain-free wonders are perfect for a quick, nourishing dinner the whole family will love. Serve them solo, over zucchini noodles, or alongside roasted vegetables to keep it Paleo-friendly and irresistibly satisfying.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 0.5 pound ground pork
- 0.5 cup almond flour
- 1 egg
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 2 cups tomato sauce (no sugar added)
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef and ground pork. Mix together gently to combine, but do not overwork the meat.
Add almond flour, egg, chopped onion, minced garlic, chopped parsley, dried oregano, sea salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Mix until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
Using your hands, form the mixture into approximately 16 meatballs, each about 1.5 inches in diameter.
In a large skillet, heat the coconut oil over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the meatballs in a single layer, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Brown the meatballs for about 5 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown.
Once browned, add the tomato sauce to the skillet, gently stirring to coat the meatballs with the sauce.
Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the skillet, and let the meatballs simmer in the sauce for 15 minutes, or until they are cooked through and have absorbed the flavors.
Serve the meatballs hot, garnished with additional chopped parsley if desired. Pair them with your favorite Paleo-friendly sides or enjoy them on their own.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2638 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 188.8 g | 242% | |
| Saturated Fat | 76.3 g | 382% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 721 mg | 240% | |
| Sodium | 5463 mg | 238% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 81.5 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.2 g | 76% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.7 g | ||
| Protein | 166.3 g | 333% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 533 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 22.4 mg | 124% | |
| Potassium | 3863 mg | 82% | |
*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.
