These Easy Oven Baked Paleo Meatballs are sure to become a favorite! So quick and easy to make and loaded with flavor! Ready in 30 minutes and gluten free, dairy free and delicious!
I have made these meatballs more times than I can count! Whenever I need a quick meal or I know we'll be eating on the road- I make these. They are ready in less than 30 minutes and there is just a little hands on time.
Meat Mixture for Tender Meatballs
The mixture of turkey and beef keeps them light, but not dry. I never use the super lean turkey, that stuff has no flavor and fat is not the enemy! I use Italian seasoning mix for most of the flavor and it's so good! Almond flour takes the place of bread crumbs and keeps them gluten free and grain free. It helps bind them together without drying them out.
They are so easy to make and come together so fast. I use a cookie scoop which makes it so quick and they come out more even that way. They are also great to make ahead and eat for the week. They freeze well too making them great to prep ahead.
I like them dipped in pasta sauce, but they are also good dipped in Paleo Ranch. They are tender, flavorful, and great for using in any recipe that calls for meatballs. You could add them to a soup, your favorite sauce, or snack on them plain. You really can't go wrong any way you have them.
Here are a some more appetizers and finger foods that you'll love- Paleo Whole30 Chicken Tenders, Paleo Chicken Nuggets, Chipotle Stuffed Mushrooms, Paleo Sweet Potato Bacon Tots.
You will love how easy and delicious these easy oven baked paleo meatballs are. Also great for game day- everyone will love them.
Here are three more meatball recipes youll enjoy: Paleo Whole30 Meatballs with Creamy Sauce and Paleo Whole30 Chicken Zucchini Meatballs, and Paleo Whole30 Turkey Teriyaki Meatballs.
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Easy Oven Baked Meatballs
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 large egg room temperature
- 2 tablespoons italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup almond flour
- 2 tablespoons coconut aminos
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400° and line a sheet tray with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine beef, turkey, egg, italian seasoning, salt, almond flour, and coconut aminos. Mix until everything is completely combined- the best way to do that is with clean hands.
- Wash your hands, then use a cookie scoop to make balls. Roll between palms to make smooth.
- Place on prepared sheet tray and bake for 20 minutes.
- Makes 24-27 meatballs
Jessica says
These were sooooo good! I added 1 tsp garlic powder and 2 tsp nutritional yeast but I'm sure they'd be just as good. Thank you for the easy recipe!
Jessica DeMay says
You're welcome, Jessica! I'm so glad you like them!
Melody says
Could the almond flour be substituted with coconut flour?
Jessica DeMay says
Hi Melody- yes, but use only 2 tablespoons. Hope you enjoy!
Jilian says
What do you serve them with?
Jessica DeMay says
Hi Jilian- literally anything you want. With zucchini noodles, spaghetti squash, roasted veggies, cover them in pasta sauce. Really they are so versatile. I hope you try them!
Deb says
These were DELICIOUS!!
How many carbs per serving and what size serving?
Jessica DeMay says
Thanks, Deb! I don't calculate carbs or servings. Serving size is very personal and if you need to know carb count you can use a site like My Fitness Pal.
Amy B Zahodnik says
When do you add the chives which make it look so pretty? Do you do that after they are baked?
Jessica DeMay says
Hi Amy- they're just added for pictures, but you can always add some to them or on top for flavor. I added them after baking, but have also added them in before and it's tasty. Hope you try these!
Holly says
Curious what volume your cookie scoop is. I did tablespoons and got 43 meatballs!
Emily says
We LOVE these meatballs in our house! I discovered the recipe about a year ago when my husband and I did our first whole30. Ever since I've made a double batch once a month-- freeze half-- so we always have these on hand! I do use ground pork instead of the turkey, but either way they're delicious!
Jessica DeMay says
Thanks, Emily! I'm so glad you like them and they've become a part of your regular menu. Thanks for the kind feedback!
Andi says
We are a SERIOUS meatball family. And then my doc put me on a diet (gluten, dairy free). So let me tell you, from a serious meatball family — these were AWESOME, we cooked them under a broiler so they cook a bit faster and brown.
Our changes; pork and beef. And then broiled - first batch was 10-12ish min - then turn for an 10. If your oven stays hot may be 8 min.
We made 6 pounds so we could put in freezer for our crazy life.
Jessica DeMay says
Thanks, Andi! I'm so glad you and your family like them! Thanks for trying them and for the great feedback!
Samantha says
What did you garnish these with? I’ve made these several times and my whole family loves them! And every time I come back to the recipe and I always see the pictures and they look so pretty with the garnish! Thank you for the recipe.
Jessica DeMay says
You're welcome, Samantha! Thanks for trying them! They are just garnished with chopped chives- nothing special! I'm so glad your family like them 🙂
Ellie says
These are delicious! I made too many though and don't want to waste them. Do they freeze well?
Jessica DeMay says
Thanks, Ellie! Yes, the freeze great. Enjoy!