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Garlic Parmesan Meatballs

Garlic Parmesan Meatballs: Juicy, Gluten-Free Goodness

Enjoy these Garlic Parmesan Meatballs, juicy and gluten-free, perfect for any dinner occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb Ground Beef or ground turkey as a leaner option
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs use gluten-free breadcrumbs for gluten-free option
  • 3 cloves Minced Garlic add extra for more flavor
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Pecorino Romano is a good substitute
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Parsley dried parsley can be used if fresh isn't available
  • 1 large Egg or flaxseed egg for a vegan option
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Garlic Parmesan Sauce
  • 4 tbsp Butter or olive oil for a lighter option
  • 3 cloves More Minced Garlic increase for extra flavor

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Garlic Parmesan Meatballs
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, minced garlic, grated Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly.
  3. Shape the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  4. Lightly coat the tops of the meatballs with olive oil.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until browned and the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
  6. In a saucepan, melt butter, add minced garlic, and sauté for 1-2 minutes. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until smooth.
  7. Coat the baked meatballs with the garlic Parmesan sauce.
  8. Serve as an appetizer or toss with pasta.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 15gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 200mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These meatballs are versatile and can be adapted to suit various dietary preferences. Ensure all ingredients are fresh for the best flavor.

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