Paleo Oven-Baked Italian Meatballs
Savor the rich, satisfying flavors of these Paleo Oven-Baked Italian Meatballs, a healthy twist on a classic favorite. Made with a delicious blend of ground beef, ground pork, and almond flour, these meatballs are completely grain-free and perfect for anyone following a Paleo lifestyle. Fresh herbs like parsley, oregano, and basil, paired with garlic and a hint of red pepper flakes, create an authentic Italian taste in every bite. Baked to perfection at 400°F, these meatballs are tender on the inside, golden on the outside, and lightly drizzled with olive oil for added flavor. Ready in just 45 minutes, they make a versatile dish you can serve as an appetizer, a protein-packed main course, or paired with zoodles and your favorite Paleo-friendly marinara. Whether you’re meal prepping for the week or entertaining guests, these Italian-style meatballs are a winner!
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Recipe Information
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
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, and almond flour.
Add the egg, chopped onion, minced garlic, and fresh parsley to the meat mixture.
Season the mixture with oregano, basil, salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes.
Mix all ingredients thoroughly until well combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the meatballs tender.
Form the mixture into approximately 20 meatballs, each about 1.5 inches in diameter.
Place the meatballs on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are spaced evenly apart.
Drizzle the meatballs with olive oil to promote browning.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the meatballs are fully cooked and golden brown.
Remove from the oven and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
Serve the meatballs warm as an appetizer, main course, or with your favorite Paleo-friendly sauce or zoodles.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2428 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 198.9 g | 255% | |
| Saturated Fat | 59.7 g | 299% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 652 mg | 217% | |
| Sodium | 2454 mg | 107% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.2 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.6 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.9 g | ||
| Protein | 137.5 g | 275% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.8 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 385 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 18.9 mg | 105% | |
| Potassium | 2419 mg | 51% | |
*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.
