Whole30 Baked Meatballs
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
40 mins
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Total Time
50 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
421 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Italian
Whole30 Baked Meatballs
Description
The recipe combines grass-fed ground beef with finely chopped onion, minced garlic, almond protein powder, and a seasoning blend of sea salt, black pepper, oregano, basil, and fresh parsley. These ingredients are mixed thoroughly and shaped into approximately 1.5-inch meatballs, spaced on a parchment-lined baking sheet to promote even cooking.
The meatballs are baked at 375°F until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F, ensuring safe doneness while maintaining juiciness. After initial baking, they are placed over marinara sauce in a casserole dish and baked further for 20 minutes to meld flavors and heat through.
This dish pairs well with vegetable-based sides like veggie noodles or cauliflower rice, consistent with Whole30 dietary preferences. The recipe emphasizes proper cooking temperature and suggests using a meat thermometer for accuracy.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground beef grass fed
- 1/4 cup onion chopped finely
- 1 egg beaten
- 2 tbsp garlic minced
- 2 tbsp almond protein powder brand Octonuts
- pinch salt sea salt
- 3/4 tsp black pepper ground
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp oregano
- 1/2 tsp basil
- 2 tbsp parsley chopped, freshly
- 2 cups marinara sauce
Instructions
- First, preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Next, add all ingredients except marinara sauce to a large mixing bowl. Use your hands to combine mixture until uniform.
- Form meat mixture into 1.5 inch meatballs. Then, place meatballs 1 inch from each other on baking sheet.
- Next, bake for 18 to 20 minutes or until meatballs are cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Then, add marinara to a large casserole dish. Place cooked meatballs on top and bake for 20 minutes.
- Finally, remove from oven and serve with veggie noodles or cauliflower rice.
Notes
- Substitute almond protein powder with 2 tablespoons almond flour plus 1 tablespoon tapioca flour if needed.
- Check meatball doneness with a meat thermometer; safe internal temperature is 165°F.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 421 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 421kcal | 21% |
| Carbohydrates | 11g | 4% |
| Protein | 53g | 106% |
| Fat | 18g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 182mg | 61% |
| Sodium | 810mg | 34% |
| Potassium | 1265mg | 27% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 779IU | 16% |
| Vitamin C | 13mg | 14% |
| Calcium | 80mg | 8% |
| Iron | 8mg | 44% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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