Gluten-Free Cheesy Meatballs

Sink your teeth into these delectable Gluten-Free Cheesy Meatballs, a hearty and satisfying dish that's bursting with flavor! Perfect for those avoiding gluten, these tender meatballs combine a savory blend of ground beef and pork, gluten-free breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and fresh herbs for a mouthwatering taste. Each meatball is stuffed with gooey mozzarella cheese that creates an irresistible molten center and is seared to golden perfection before being simmered in rich marinara sauce. Quick to prepare and baked to perfection, this dish is ideal for weeknight dinners or as a crowd-pleasing appetizer. Serve them over gluten-free pasta, atop zucchini noodles, or enjoy them solo for a deliciously cheesy, protein-packed treat!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 0.5 pound ground pork
• 1 large egg
• 0.5 cup gluten-free breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 4 ounces mozzarella cheese, cut into small cubes
• 0.5 cup onion, finely chopped
• 2 units garlic cloves, minced
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cups marinara sauce

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, egg, gluten-free breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, chopped onion, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Mix all ingredients thoroughly using your hands until well combined.

Step 4

Take a small amount of the meat mixture and flatten it into a disk in your hand.

Step 5

Place a cube of mozzarella cheese in the center, then wrap the meat mixture around the cheese, sealing it inside. Repeat with the remaining mixture.

Step 6

Heat olive oil in a large, oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 7

Add the meatballs to the skillet, browning them on all sides. This should take about 5-7 minutes.

Step 8

Pour marinara sauce over the meatballs in the skillet.

Step 9

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).

Step 10

Serve the meatballs hot, garnished with additional parsley if desired, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1667.4 grams (1667.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3118

Total Fat 207.80g	266%
Saturated Fat 77.20g	386%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.60g
Cholesterol 834mg	278%
Sodium 4299mg	187%
Total Carbohydrate 123.40g	45%
Dietary Fiber 11.90g	43%
Total Sugars 22.90g
Protein 188.90g	378%

Vitamin D 54IU	269%
Calcium 1219mg	94%
Iron 18mg	99%
Potassium 2047mg	44%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 60.0%

Protein: 24.2%

Carbs: 15.8%