Whole30 BBQ Meatballs
Get ready to elevate your dinner game with these tender and flavorful Whole30 BBQ Meatballs! Made with wholesome ingredients like ground beef, almond flour, and a savory blend of spices, this recipe is completely gluten-free, dairy-free, and perfect for those following a Whole30 diet. The meatballs are seared to perfection for a caramelized crust, then baked and coated in a luscious Whole30-compliant BBQ sauce that adds smoky sweetness to every bite. Quick and easy to prepare in under 40 minutes, these meatballs are a crowd-pleasing option for busy weeknights or meal prep. Garnished with fresh parsley, they're perfect served on their own or paired with a bed of sautéed veggies. Dive into this healthy and delicious comfort food classic!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams ground beef
- 0.25 cup almond flour
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup Whole30 compliant BBQ sauce
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef, almond flour, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, sea salt, and black pepper until fully combined.
Using your hands, shape the meat mixture into 1.5-inch meatballs, about 16-18 total, and place them onto the prepared baking sheet.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the meatballs, searing them on all sides until they are browned, approximately 5-7 minutes.
Transfer the seared meatballs back to the baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for an additional 10-12 minutes until they are cooked through.
Meanwhile, in the same skillet, add the Whole30 compliant BBQ sauce and gently simmer over low heat.
Once the meatballs are cooked, add them to the skillet with the BBQ sauce and toss to coat.
Serve the meatballs warm, garnished with fresh chopped parsley.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1657 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 122.7 g | 157% | |
| Saturated Fat | 40.6 g | 203% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 574 mg | 191% | |
| Sodium | 3194 mg | 139% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 51.7 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.5 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.1 g | ||
| Protein | 88.6 g | 177% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 186 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 13.5 mg | 75% | |
| Potassium | 1528 mg | 33% | |
*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.
