Gluten-Free Meatballs
These gluten-free meatballs are a family favorite made with 80/20 ground beef, Italian-style gluten-free breadcrumbs, Parmesan, and a blend of dried herbs. They're baked in the oven and then simmered in a rich tomato sauce. Serve them over your favorite gluten-free pasta, make a meatball sub, or eat them on their own with marinara.
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Ingredients
- ⅓ cup gluten-free Italian-style breadcrumbs - store-bought or homemade
- ⅓ cup parmesan cheese - freshly grated
- 2 teaspoons dried parsley
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 lb ground beef - preferably 80/20 blend
- 1 large egg
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Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
- In a large bowl, whisk together ⅓ cup gluten-free Italian-style breadcrumbs, ⅓ cup parmesan cheese, 2 teaspoons dried parsley, ½ teaspoon dried oregano, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon onion powder, ½ teaspoon kosher salt, and ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper until combined.
- Add 1 lb ground beef and 1 large egg to the bowl. Using your hands, mix gently until just combined. Do not overmix, which can make your meatballs tough.
- Use an ice cream scoop (#30 portion scoop) to portion out the meat. Shape the meat into balls, about 1.5 to 2 inches in diameter with oiled hands. Place them on the prepared baking sheet. You should get about 18 meatballs.
- Bake at 400℉ for 13-15 minutes, until the meatballs are browned and have reached an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Remove from the oven and serve immediately, or transfer to a pan of marinara sauce and simmer over medium heat for 2-3 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Meatball Size: I used a #30 scoop, which makes about 18 meatballs on the smaller side. Cook time will vary if you make larger meatballs. Do not overbake or they will turn out dry.
- Breadcrumbs: I use Italian-style gluten-free breadcrumbs, which already have herbs added. If yours are plain, add an extra 1/8 teaspoon of each herb and spice in the recipe. You can also substitute almond flour in the same amount.
- Celiac Note: If you have celiac disease, always verify that your breadcrumbs and all other ingredients are certified gluten-free. Manufacturing practices can change.
- Dairy-Free: Substitute the Parmesan with a dairy-free Parmesan style product like Follow Your Heart, or use nutritional yeast for a similar umami flavor.
Nutrition
Calories: 82kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 28mg | Sodium: 115mg | Potassium: 76mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 0.05g | Vitamin A: 29IU | Vitamin C: 0.03mg | Calcium: 29mg | Iron: 1mg
