Ingredients
Meatball Mixture
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup oat flour or almond flour
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ¾ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ⅛ teaspoon ground pepper
Instructions
- Prep: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and for easy cleanup.
- Mix: In a large bowl, combine the ground beef and egg, mixing gently until just combined. Add the oat or almond flour, sea salt, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, and ground pepper. Mix everything together until evenly incorporated, being careful not to overwork the mixture to keep the meatballs tender.
- Shape: Form the mixture into 1 ½ inch meatballs using your hands. Arrange them evenly spaced on the prepared baking sheet. This mixture should yield about 12-14 meatballs.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven. Bake the meatballs for 17 to 19 minutes, or until they are golden brown and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center reads 165°F (74°C), indicating they are fully cooked.
Notes
- Be careful not to overmix the meatball mixture, as this can make the meatballs tough.
- Use oat flour or almond flour for a gluten-free option; either works well.
- Ensure meatballs are evenly sized for uniform cooking.
- Check doneness with an instant-read thermometer to avoid under or overcooking.
- These meatballs can be served with pasta, in a sub sandwich, or as a protein-packed snack.
- Prep Time: 7 minutes
- Cook Time: 19 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
