paleo meatballs

Easy one-pan Paleo turkey meatballs with apples and herbs for a warm seasonal combination of sweet and savory flavors. These turkey meatballs are great for kids and weeknight dinners, Whole30 friendly and ready in 20 minutes!

Easy Paleo Turkey Meatballs with Apples &amp; Savory Herbs {Whole30}

1.25 lbs ground turkey (85-94% lean (not too lean))

apple

almond flour

Tbsp fresh rosemary (finely chopped)

Tbsp fresh thyme (finely chopped)

sage leaves (finely chopped)

tsp fine grain sea salt

black pepper (to taste)

tbsp coconut oil for frying (or your favorite cooking fat)

Preheat your oven to 400 degrees and have a large oven proof skillet ready to cook the meatballs.

In a large mixing bowl, combine all the ingredients and mix with your hands to evenly distribute, but don't overwork the meat.

Preheat your oven proof skillet over med-hi heat and add the coconut oil. Form the turkey mixture into 13-14 meatballs and add to the hot skillet. Allow them to brown on all sides, turning as needed, for 5 minutes.

After the meatballs are browned, transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 8-10 more minutes until juices run clear and they're cooked through. Remove from oven, and serve with your favorite veggies noodles or potatoes, with more fresh herbs for garnish. Enjoy!

These gluten-free, paleo-friendly pork and fennel meatballs will have you going back for seconds. They’re flavorful, savory and delicious.&nbsp;

Pork and Fennel Meatballs with Garlic Sautéed Spinach

onion (finely chopped)

fennel bulb (finely chopped)

olive oil (divided)

lbs pork

eggs (beaten)

parsley (chopped)

fennel seed

tsp sea salt

pepper (to taste)

packed, baby spinach

fennel bulb (thinly sliced)

garlic (finely chopped)

olive oil

Salt and pepper (to taste)

Heat one tablespoon of olive oil in large saute pan on medium heat. Add the chopped onions and fennel and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until slightly translucent. Remove from the heat to cool.

In a large mixing bowl add the pork, eggs, parsley, fennel seed, salt and pepper. Once the chopped onions and fennel have cooled slightly add them to the mixing bowl and use your hands to mix all ingredients together.

Shape the pork mixture into small meatballs, approximately 1.5 inches in diameter. Make all the meatballs and place on a sheet of parchment paper.

Heat your previously used large saute pan with 3-4 tablespoons of olive oil on medium heat. Place the first batch of meatballs in the pan, being careful not to crowd the pan. Cook the meatballs 2-3 minutes on one side, then rotate them, so that all sides are browned. The meatballs should cook for 15 minutes total or until the inside is no longer pink. When the first batch is done, remove to a paper towel and start the next batch.

As the meatballs are cooking heat a separate saute pan on medium heat with 1-2 tablespoons of olive oil. Add the sliced fennel and cook for 4-5 minutes or until softened. Add the garlic and cook another minute. Lastly, add the spinach and stir together until the spinach begins to wilt.

Serve immediately by plating a portion of the spinach with 3-4 meatballs.

Thai-inspired meatballs are insanely flavorful and epic crowd-pleasers!

Thai Meatballs (Paleo, Keto)

lb grass-fed ground beef, see note*

Tbsp coconut aminos

Tbsp red curry paste

tsp fish sauce

lime, zested

tsp fresh ginger, grated

fresh cilantro, chopped, optional**

green onion, finely chopped***

garlic, minced***

cilantro

sesame seeds

green onion***

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.

In a small mixing bowl (or a stand...

In a small mixing bowl (or a stand mixer), combine all of the ingredients and mix well using your hands. Form 12 to 24 meatballs (depending on your preferred size) and place them on a large baking sheet.

Bake 20 minutes, or until meatballs are cooked...

Bake 20 minutes, or until meatballs are cooked through.

Remove the meatballs from the oven and garnish...

Remove the meatballs from the oven and garnish with cilantro, sesame seeds, and green onion. Serve with choice of cauliflower rice, spaghetti squash, or zucchini noodles.

Paleo Turkey Meatballs Meal Prep Bowls

spaghetti squash

lb turkey

tsp Frontier Co-op Organic Red Pepper Flakes

tsp Frontier Co-op Oregano Leaf

tsp Frontier Co-op Onion Flakes

tsp Frontier Co-op Garlic Powder

tomato sauce

salt/pepper

Preheat oven to 425 degrees.

Cut the spaghetti squash in half and remove the seeds in the center.&nbsp;

Place each half face-down on a baking sheet layered with 1-inch of water.

Bake the spaghetti squash for about an hour, or until soft.

While the spaghetti squash is baking, mix the ground turkey with the egg, almond flour, and spices.

Roll into meatballs and place on an oiled baking sheet.

Once the spaghetti squash has finished baking, remove the "spaghetti" with a fork and place in meal prep containers.

Place the meatballs in the oven and bake for about 30 minutes (or until fully cooked).

Top the spaghetti squash with the meatballs, tomato sauce, and salt/pepper.

Serve and enjoy or cover with lids and save for easy meals throughout the week!

This looks so delicious!  I love spaghetti squash and the turkey meatballs look fabulous!  I love make ahead meals!

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