Protein Packed Gluten-Free Meatballs
These gluten-free meatballs make a perfect high protein meal prep ideas all while creating a creamy spaghetti and meatballs recipe your loved ones will crave! Put these meaty balls in soups, on salads, in pasta or enjoy on a toothpick!
Servings 4 people
Calories 200kcal
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- ¼ cup milk
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 cup parsley
- salt and pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients: Gather ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, garlic, herbs, salt, pepper.
- Mix the meatball mixture: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, egg, garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper.
- Mix until just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat.
- Shape the meatballs: Use your hands or a small scoop to roll the mixture into evenly sized meatballs.
- Brown the meatballs: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs in batches and brown them on all sides (about 2 minutes per side). This makes them crispy but also maintain moisture.
- Simmer in sauce: Add the browned meatballs to a simmering marinara for 15-20 minutes.
- Serve: Let the meatballs rest for a few minutes, then serve with pasta, in a sub, or as appetizers with dipping sauce.