Beef Meatballs Without Breadcrumbs
Juicy and tender beef meatballs made without breadcrumbs, perfect for a low-carb or gluten-free diet. Serve with marinara sauce, pasta, or as an appetizer!
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Skillet or Baking Sheet
Ingredients
For the Meatballs
- 1 lb ground beef 80/20 for best flavor
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese optional, for extra flavor
- 2 tbsp almond flour or oat flour optional, for binding
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 small onion finely grated
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
- 1 tbsp olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, egg, Parmesan cheese, almond flour (if using), minced garlic, grated onion, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, paprika, oregano, garlic powder, and fresh parsley. Mix until just combined.
- Roll the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on a plate.
- Pan-Fried: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook meatballs for 6-8 minutes, turning occasionally until browned and cooked through.
- Baked: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 15-18 minutes until fully cooked.
- Serve with marinara sauce, pasta, zucchini noodles, or as a protein-packed appetizer!
Notes
These meatballs are perfect for a low-carb diet and can be customized with different seasonings. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce or over pasta.