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You are here: Home / Seasonal / Fall / Paleo Turkey Meatballs

Paleo Turkey Meatballs

24 Febby Amy60

Prep Time: 8m
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Total Time: 48m
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Gluten free
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Dairy free
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Paleo

Paleo Turkey Meatballs are loaded with protein are gluten free, dairy free and darn delicious.  They are simple to make and can be made ahead of time.
Paleo Turkey Meatballs are gluten free dairy free easy weeknight dinner | ahealthylifeforme.com

It doesn’t matter if you are on the paleo or gluten free diet, these meatballs will please everyone who eats them.  They are moist and packed with flavor.  Because you are using ground turkey you have a leaner calorie count, because you are using almond flour instead of bread crumbs you have healthy oils and extra protein.  This is a great recipe to make ahead, and freeze to pull out when you are short on time but want a healthy and delicious meal for yourself and your family.  Choose a marinara sauce that does not include sugar to keep your recipe as clean as possible.

I like to do a quick fry of the meatballs in a saucepan first and then finish them off in the oven.  If you are short on time you can skip the frying in the pan and just bake meatballs in the oven, adding 5-8 minutes on your bake time.  However, I really like the extra flavor the quick fry gives the meatballs.  Also, grating your onion {though you will shed more tears} guarantees an even onion flavor throughout your meatballs and also helps to keep them moist because the onion releases more of its fluid.  Because you want all that fluid to be incorporated in your meatballs, grate your onion in a bowl you plan on mixing your ingredients.

Have you ever made your own meatballs?  If not, you gotta try this recipe it is easy and you will be thrilled with the results.  I mean who doesn’t love a big ol’ bowl of meatballs for dinner, and don’t tell them they are made with turkey, they will never know unless you tell them.
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Paleo Turkey Meatballs
Author: Amy Stafford
Prep time: 8 mins
Cook time: 40 mins
Total time: 48 mins
Serves: 20
Paleo Turkey Meatballs are loaded with protein are gluten free, dairy free and darn delicious. They are simple to make and can be made ahead of time.
Ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil, for pan
  • 1 pound ground turkey breast
  • 1 egg
  • 1 yellow onion, peeled and trimmed and grated
  • 1/4 cup almond flour + 1/2 cup almond flour, divided
  • 2-3 tablespoons frank hot sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons dried Italian parsley
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • Sugar-Free Marinara Sauce
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 400°
  2. Wrap baking sheet with foil {for easy clean up}
  3. In a large bowl combine turkey, 1/4 cup almond flour and remaining ingredients to ground black pepper. Combine thoroughly with a fork, or use your hands, it is easier using hands.
  4. Place remaining 1/2 cup of almond flour in a small bowl.
  5. Start forming meatballs into 2″ balls, I used a [url href=”http://www.amazon.com/The-Pampered-Chef-Medium-Scoop/dp/B0016A076A”]medium scoop.[/url]
  6. Roll balls in almond flour, gently shake meatballs to loosen excess almond flour.
  7. Heat pan over medium heat and melt coconut oil.
  8. Drop meatballs into pan spacing 2″ apart. Let brown 3-4 minutes and flip to brown additional side 3-4 minutes. I use a large spoon to flip
  9. Place browned meatballs on baking sheet, and continue until all meatballs are browned.
  10. Place cookie sheet in oven and bake meatballs for 25 minutes.
  11. Meanwhile heat up Marinara sauce according to directions.
  12. Remove meatballs and place into a large serving bowl, top with marinara sauce, serve and enjoy.
Notes
I like to do a quick fry of the meatballs in a saucepan first and then finish them off in the oven. If you are short on time you can skip the frying in the pan and just bake meatballs in the oven, adding 5-8 minutes on your bake time. However, I really like the extra flavor the quick fry gives the meatballs. Also, grating your onion {though you will shed more tears} guarantees a even onion flavor throughout your meatballs and also helps to keep them moist because the onion releases more of its fluid. Because you want all that fluid to be incorporated in your meatballs, grate your onion in a bowl you plan on mixing your ingredients.
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Under: Fall, Gluten Free, Great to Freeze, Paleo, Turkey, Turkey {Gluten Free}, Turkey {Paleo}, Winter 60 Comments

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Comments

  1. Kim (Feed Me, Seymour) says

    February 24, 2015 at 7:44 am

    I cannot resist a good meatball. Yours look especially delicious!

    Reply
    • Amy Stafford says

      February 24, 2015 at 1:13 pm

      Thanks Kim!

      Reply
  2. Susie Gall says

    February 24, 2015 at 9:37 am

    Oh, I love these meatballs and love your photos. Terrific job!

    Reply
    • Amy Stafford says

      February 24, 2015 at 1:14 pm

      Thanks so much Susie!

      Reply
      • Monica says

        December 12, 2018 at 1:51 pm

        I used less almond flour than the recipe called for and yet they were soooo dry. Any tips? It was my first time using almond flour. Thank you!

        Reply
  3. Christine says

    February 24, 2015 at 9:40 am

    I was just looking for ground turkey recipes yesterday! What perfect timing your recipe is. My hubby will absolutely love these as he tries to enjoy a Paleo diet but sometimes it is hard! Thanks for the recipe.

    Reply
    • Amy Stafford says

      February 24, 2015 at 1:14 pm

      It really is hard to find great Paleo recipes, I am sure he will love this one!

      Reply
  4. aimee fauci says

    February 24, 2015 at 10:06 am

    These look amazing! Your pictures are fantastic.

    Reply
    • Amy Stafford says

      February 24, 2015 at 1:14 pm

      Thanks Aimee!

      Reply
  5. GiGi Eats says

    February 24, 2015 at 12:01 pm

    Oh I LOVE THIS RECIPE! I really want some meatballs now! 🙂 I can’t recall even the last time I had one!!!

    Reply
    • Amy Stafford says

      February 24, 2015 at 1:15 pm

      Oh girl you need to get some meatballs in your belly! Enjoy!

      Reply
  6. Krystal says

    February 24, 2015 at 2:05 pm

    Can’t wait to try these Amy. They look absolutely delish!

    Reply
  7. Ginny McMeans says

    February 24, 2015 at 3:25 pm

    Love the almond flour and hot sauce in there. Really a nice change-up.

    Reply
  8. Becky | The Cookie Rookie says

    February 24, 2015 at 4:22 pm

    Love these pictures! So pretty! Those meatballs look like perfection!

    Reply
  9. Deb @ Cooking on the Front Burner says

    February 24, 2015 at 6:30 pm

    Great looking recipe and would be perfect with a plate of pasta!

    Reply
  10. Tobias says

    February 24, 2015 at 7:46 pm

    Looks great! I really liked your tip about grating the onion. I will have to try that next time I cook meatballs.

    Reply
  11. Heather | girlichef says

    February 24, 2015 at 9:21 pm

    I agree about the quick pan fry, it that yummy bit caramelization. I love a good meatball, and these have me craving them right now!

    Reply
  12. Robyn says

    February 25, 2015 at 1:57 am

    I love using turkey to make things traditionally made of beef! So much healthier 🙂

    http://www.skinnybelle.com/

    Reply
    • Amy Stafford says

      March 2, 2015 at 4:40 pm

      I hope you enjoy the recipe Robyn!

      Reply
  13. Andi @ The Weary Chef says

    February 25, 2015 at 10:39 am

    Oh wow, these look amazing! Also you always have the most beautiful photos. Great work, this sounds like such a delicious recipe!

    Reply
  14. Connie | URBAN BAKES says

    February 25, 2015 at 8:20 pm

    This looks fantastic! I love making my meatballs using ground turkey rather than beef, mainly for the nutritional benefits but the use of almond flour is one I haven’t heard of. I need to try this the next time I make meatballs!

    Reply
    • Amy Stafford says

      March 2, 2015 at 4:40 pm

      It is amazing how turkey can replace so many recipes with ground beef, making the recipe leaner without sacrificing flavor.

      Reply
  15. Jess says

    February 26, 2015 at 9:16 am

    Love the healthy alternative, great post!

    Reply
  16. Kimberly says

    February 28, 2015 at 12:04 am

    Mmm yum. I’ve been wanting to make some meatballs lately and these seem tasty. I like that they are turkey since I mainly eat turkey and chicken.

    Reply
    • Amy Stafford says

      March 2, 2015 at 4:48 pm

      Hope you enjoy the recipe Kimberly!

      Reply
  17. Shelby @ Go Eat and Repeat says

    March 2, 2015 at 7:57 pm

    These meatballs look amazing! Plus I love how you can make them in advance!

    Reply
    • Amy Stafford says

      March 3, 2015 at 4:31 pm

      Thanks Shelby!

      Reply
  18. Rich says

    September 13, 2015 at 7:25 pm

    Can you recommend another flour ingredient? I would to have my son try these but we have to avoid almonds for now. Can we use a tapioca based flour or maybe “Bob’s Red Mill gluten free flour mix”?

    Thanks,
    Rich

    Reply
    • Amy says

      September 14, 2015 at 4:27 pm

      Hi Rich, you could use gluten free bread crumbs, or regular bread crumbs. I prefer to use the italian flavored, but plain would work just as well.

      Reply
  19. lindsay says

    October 30, 2015 at 12:22 am

    I’ve been looking for a turkey meatball recipe that doesn’t use bread crumbs. I really like your use of almond flour in this recipe!

    Reply
    • Amy says

      October 31, 2015 at 4:33 pm

      Thanks Lindsay, I hope you enjoy the recipe as much as we do!

      Reply
  20. Meg Keys says

    November 4, 2015 at 10:57 am

    I am surprised nobody has mentioned the hot sauce! I love these meatballs and have made them a few times already, but the hot sauce totally ruins them and I now omit that ingredient! Maybe 2-3 sprinkles of hot sauce would add a nice kick, but tablespoons? Too much! Love them otherwise!

    Reply
    • Amy says

      November 5, 2015 at 8:43 am

      Sorry you didn’t like the amount of hot sauce Meg, I think it really comes down to personal preference how much to add. We like it a bit spicy in our house. Thanks for letting me know.

      Reply
      • Meg Keys says

        November 5, 2015 at 3:50 pm

        Maybe it was the brand I used…either way, I love them still! 🙂

        Reply
  21. Michelle says

    February 11, 2016 at 7:34 pm

    Fabulous – thank you!

    Reply
    • Amy says

      February 12, 2016 at 4:27 pm

      Thanks Michelle! xo

      Reply
  22. Peachy Girl says

    June 7, 2016 at 11:08 pm

    These are amazing!! I have made them three times in the last three weeks. I use green onion in place of the yellow onion since I have a sensitivity to yellow onions, other than that I follow it to a T. Everyone is so impressed when I make these and once you get the hang of it they’re actually quite easy to make. Love the time they’re in the oven for clean up or additional food prep. Thank you for the wonderful recipe!

    Reply
    • Amy says

      June 8, 2016 at 5:03 pm

      I am so glad you liked them and modified to your taste. I tell everyone how easy these little guys are to make. I love to make extra and freeze them to pull out for lunch or when I am short on time for dinner! Thank you stopping back and letting me know what you thought!

      Reply
  23. Matt Szymanski says

    July 18, 2016 at 6:58 pm

    I don’t know how anyone got these to turn out. The mix was a gooey mess. I had to add significantly more almond flour to get them to hold a round shape. The first ones i pan fried are more blob than ball.

    Reply
    • Amy says

      July 21, 2016 at 7:27 pm

      Sorry to hear that Matt. Not sure why yours didn’t turn out. I have made this recipe several times and I have always had good results.

      Reply
  24. Sam says

    October 8, 2016 at 10:17 pm

    These were really good, my kids even liked them. I cant have the almond flour so we used coconut flour instead. Thank you for the recipe!

    Reply
    • Amy says

      October 9, 2016 at 7:40 pm

      That is wonderful to hear Sam. Thank you for letting me know about the substitution!

      Reply
    • Jana says

      January 19, 2017 at 3:03 pm

      I can’t have any nuts nor Bob’s Red Mill gluten free breadcrumbs. I love that you were able to use coconut flour. Did you use coconut flour measure for measure as a replacement for the almond flour?

      Reply
      • Amy says

        January 21, 2017 at 7:49 pm

        Jana, I am not sure what your question is? There are no bread crumbs in this recipe and I did not use coconut flour?

        Reply
    • Michelle says

      January 24, 2017 at 9:58 am

      how much coconut flour did you use?

      Reply
  25. taya says

    November 14, 2016 at 12:16 pm

    how many meatballs are for the serving size?

    Reply
    • Amy says

      November 16, 2016 at 12:44 pm

      Taya, each meatball is its own serving.

      Reply
  26. Michelle says

    January 24, 2017 at 9:59 am

    If I was to do these in the crockpot, Do i still cook them the full time you listed in the oven?

    Reply
    • Amy says

      January 24, 2017 at 5:34 pm

      Hi Michelle, no you can skip the oven.

      Reply
  27. Barbara says

    March 13, 2017 at 12:41 pm

    Hi I would like to try this recipe the meatballs look great, what is the serving size?

    Reply
    • Amy says

      March 18, 2017 at 12:52 pm

      I meatball is a serving.

      Reply
  28. Christina says

    April 21, 2017 at 2:08 am

    Great recipe! What is the approximate total serving size for 1 pound of ground turkey?

    Reply
    • Amy says

      April 23, 2017 at 5:29 am

      Are you asking the serving size on my recipe? If so 1 meatball is the serving size.

      Reply
  29. Jaime says

    May 4, 2017 at 11:12 am

    This is my favorite recipe that is allowed on my diet and even when I am not dieting, I LOVE this recipe… I now make these in bulk in order to be able to freeze some for easy meals during the week. Your grating of the onion definitely makes a difference with the flavor and has inspired me to use my food processor to also chop up garlic, zucchini and mushrooms to add into the meatball mix. Excellent! Thank you!!

    Reply
  30. Liz says

    May 5, 2017 at 4:46 am

    Hi! I’m looking forward to trying this recipe out. Would it matter if I used banana flour instead of almond flour? Bought this nifty little bag of banana flour, and I’d like to incorporate into this recipe. Thank you in advance.

    Reply
    • Amy says

      May 7, 2017 at 3:52 pm

      Hi Liz, I have never worked with banana flour so I don’t know if it would work.

      Reply
  31. Jenny says

    March 9, 2018 at 11:13 am

    Was super excited in making these but it turned out much more dry than expected. Perhaps it was the almond part? Can you advise how to fix?

    Reply
  32. Matt says

    November 20, 2018 at 7:51 pm

    Great Recipe! We made this over the weekend!

    Reply
  33. Julie says

    January 25, 2020 at 9:51 am

    Our family tried this over the holiday break. WE loved it!

    Reply
    • Amy says

      January 26, 2020 at 9:16 pm

      I am thrilled you guys like the recipe! Thanks for letting me know. Encouragement is always welcome.

      Reply

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