Whole30 Oven-Baked Italian Meatballs
Savor the flavor of these *Whole30 Oven-Baked Italian Meatballs*, a healthy, hearty, and protein-packed twist on a classic comfort food! Made with a perfect blend of ground beef and pork, almond flour for a gluten-free binder, and a medley of Italian-inspired seasonings like parsley, garlic, and Italian seasoning, these meatballs are as wholesome as they are delicious. Baked to golden perfection in the oven, they’re an easy, mess-free option that’s perfect for busy weeknights. With just 20 minutes of prep time, this Whole30-compliant recipe is ideal for those sticking to paleo, low-carb, or gluten-free dietary goals. Serve them with your favorite Whole30-approved veggie sides or marinara sauce for an irresistible meal that’s sure to satisfy!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground beef
- 1 pound Ground pork
- 0.5 cup Almond flour
- 1 large Egg
- 0.5 cup (finely chopped) Yellow onion
- 3 cloves (minced) Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons (chopped) Fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon 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, almond flour, egg, finely chopped yellow onion, and minced garlic.
Add the Italian seasoning, chopped fresh parsley, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes to the meat mixture.
Using your hands or a large spoon, mix all the ingredients until just combined, being careful not to over-mix.
Scoop small portions of the mixture and roll them between your palms to form approximately 1.5-inch diameter meatballs.
Place the meatballs on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are evenly spaced.
Lightly brush the meatballs with the olive oil to help them brown evenly in the oven.
Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until they are cooked through and golden brown on the outside.
Once cooked, remove the meatballs from the oven and allow them to cool slightly before serving.
Enjoy the meatballs as a protein-rich dish alone, or serve them with a Whole30 compliant sauce or vegetables of choice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2891 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 231.6 g | 297% | |
| Saturated Fat | 73.9 g | 370% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 812 mg | 271% | |
| Sodium | 2551 mg | 111% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.3 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.9 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.1 g | ||
| Protein | 177.1 g | 354% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.8 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 400 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 19.0 mg | 106% | |
| Potassium | 2723 mg | 58% | |
*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.
