Ingredients
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- 1 cup gluten-free bread crumbs (For dairy-free, use dairy-free bread crumbs. I find finely ground ones work best!)
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- 2 tablespoons Italian seasoning
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- 1 tablespoon onion powder
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- 1 teaspoon salt
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- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (Trust me on this one, it’s a game-changer!)
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- 2 tablespoons minced garlic (Fresh is fantastic, but jarred works in a pinch)
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- 3/4 cup milk (For dairy-free, use unsweetened almond milk or your favorite dairy-free alternative)
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- 2 pounds ground beef (I prefer an 80/20 blend for juiciness)
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- 2 large eggs, whisked
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
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In a large bowl, combine gluten-free breadcrumbs and milk. Let it soak for a few minutes.
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Add ground meat, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic, onion, parsley, salt, pepper, oregano, and red pepper flakes to the breadcrumb mixture. Mix gently until combined.
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Shape into 1-inch meatballs and place them on a lined baking sheet.
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Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until cooked through and golden brown. Alternatively, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and fry meatballs until browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.
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Serve with your favorite gluten-free pasta, marinara sauce, or as an appetizer.
Notes
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Use ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
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Dairy-free? Substitute dairy-free Parmesan or omit cheese and use plant-based milk.
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Add chopped spinach or grated zucchini for extra veggies.
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Can be made ahead and frozen for easy weeknight meals.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking or Frying
- Cuisine: Italian-American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4-5 meatballs
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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