Sunshine Summer Gluten-Free Meatballs ☀️
Delicious and healthy gluten-free meatballs perfect for a summer meal. Made with lean ground beef and a blend of savory seasonings, these moist meatballs are easy to prepare and bake to perfection, great with zucchini noodles or a fresh salad.
Ingredients
- 1 cup gluten-free bread crumbs (or crushed gluten-free crackers)
- 2 tablespoons minced fresh garlic
- 2 tablespoons Italian seasoning
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 0.75 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 2 pounds lean ground beef (or ground chicken/turkey for a lighter option)
- 2 tablespoons sugar-free ketchup
- 2 tablespoons mustard (Dijon or yellow)
- 2 large eggs
- red chili flakes Optional, a pinch for a subtle kick
- Fresh parsley, chopped Optional, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Breadcrumb Mix: In a small bowl, combine your gluten-free breadcrumbs, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, onion powder, paprika, and a dash of salt and pepper. Pour in the unsweetened almond milk and let it sit for 5-10 minutes. This little trick helps make your meatballs wonderfully moist and tender!
- Combine All Ingredients: Grab a large mixing bowl. Add the soaked breadcrumb mixture, lean ground beef, sugar-free ketchup, mustard, and crack in the two large eggs. If using, now is the time to add optional red chili flakes.
- Mix Gently & Form Meatballs: With clean hands, gently mix all the ingredients until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make your meatballs tough. Roll the mixture into uniform, golf-ball-sized meatballs. You can use a cookie scoop for perfectly even shapes!
- Bake to Perfection: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange the meatballs in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake for 23-28 minutes, flipping them halfway through, until they're beautifully browned and cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F/75°C).
- Serve & Enjoy: Serve these juicy, healthy meatballs warm! They're fantastic with zucchini noodles, a fresh summer salad, or even tucked into gluten-free buns for a lighter summer slider. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
Nutrition Information (per serving, approx. 5 meatballs):
Calories: 313 kcal
Total Carbs: 6 g
Net Carbs: 5 g
Fats: 16 g
Protein: 35 g
Calories: 313 kcal
Total Carbs: 6 g
Net Carbs: 5 g
Fats: 16 g
Protein: 35 g
