Whole30 Cheese-Stuffed Meatballs
Indulge in the rich, savory flavors of Whole30 Cheese-Stuffed Meatballs—an irresistible twist on classic comfort food that’s entirely dairy-free and Whole30-compliant! These juicy meatballs are made with flavorful ground beef, almond flour, and a blend of aromatic spices, then stuffed with creamy, cheesy-tasting nutritional yeast cubes for a surprise burst of flavor in every bite. Lightly seared and baked to perfection, these meatballs feature a golden, crisp exterior and tender, melt-in-your-mouth interior. Perfect as a protein-packed appetizer, party dish, or satisfying main course when paired with a fresh salad, this recipe is gluten-free, paleo-friendly, and ready in just 35 minutes. Transform your weeknight meals with this healthy cheese-stuffed masterpiece!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 large egg
- 0.25 cup almond flour
- 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 15 pieces nutritional yeast 'cheese' cubes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly oil it.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, egg, almond flour, nutritional yeast, onion powder, garlic powder, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly with your hands or a spatula until all ingredients are well combined.
Scoop out about 1 1/2 tablespoons of the meat mixture and flatten it in your hand.
Place one nutritional yeast 'cheese' cube in the center of the flattened meat, then fold the meat around it, rolling it gently between your hands to form a sealed meatball.
Repeat the process until all the meat mixture is used. You should have around 15 to 16 meatballs.
Heat the olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot but not smoking, add the meatballs in batches without overcrowding the skillet.
Sear the meatballs for 2-3 minutes until nicely browned on all sides. Transfer them to the prepared baking sheet.
Bake the seared meatballs in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until cooked through.
Remove the meatballs from the oven and let them rest for a few minutes. Sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.
Serve warm as a delicious appetizer or with a side salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1531 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 119.3 g | 153% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.2 g | 191% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 521 mg | 174% | |
| Sodium | 1804 mg | 78% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.3 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.0 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.1 g | ||
| Protein | 100.2 g | 200% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 184 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 11.7 mg | 65% | |
| Potassium | 1486 mg | 32% | |
*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.
