Soy-Free Savory Venison Meatballs
Savor the rich, hearty flavors of these Soy-Free Savory Venison Meatballs—an incredible main dish perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. This recipe combines lean ground venison and ground pork with aromatic seasonings like garlic, onion, parsley, and oregano, creating a flavor-packed bite in every mouthful. With no soy-based ingredients, it's an ideal option for those with dietary restrictions. The meatballs are first seared to golden perfection in olive oil before being baked to juicy tenderness, ensuring they’re both crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Paired perfectly with pasta, a tangy tomato sauce, or roasted vegetables, these gluten-optional, family-friendly meatballs can be on your table in under an hour. Easy to make and irresistibly delicious, they’ll quickly become a go-to favorite in your recipe collection!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground venison
- 0.5 pound ground pork
- 0.5 cup bread crumbs
- 0.25 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 unit large egg
- 0.25 cup milk
- 2 unit garlic cloves, minced
- 0.5 unit onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground venison and ground pork.
Add the bread crumbs, grated parmesan cheese, egg, and milk to the meat mixture and mix well to ensure even distribution.
Stir in the minced garlic, chopped onion, and chopped parsley.
Season the mixture with salt, black pepper, and dried oregano.
Use clean hands to form the mixture into 1-inch meatballs, roughly the size of a large walnut. You should get about 20 meatballs.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
Working in batches, sear the meatballs in the skillet until they are browned on all sides, about 3-4 minutes per batch. Transfer the seared meatballs to the prepared baking sheet.
Once all the meatballs are browned and placed on the baking sheet, transfer them to the preheated oven.
Bake the meatballs for 15 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C).
Remove from the oven and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
Serve the meatballs with your choice of pasta, tomato sauce, or vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2077 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 122.1 g | 157% | |
| Saturated Fat | 44.7 g | 224% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 846 mg | 282% | |
| Sodium | 2411 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.7 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.2 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.0 g | ||
| Protein | 185.3 g | 371% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.7 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 569 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 22.5 mg | 125% | |
| Potassium | 1906 mg | 41% | |
*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.
