These Baked Paleo Turkey Meatballs are an easy weeknight meal option. They’re gluten free, dairy free, and Whole 30 compatible, using almond flour in place of bread crumbs. Eat them on their own as appetizers or pair with marinara sauce and zucchini noodles for a healthy dinner!
If you’re in need of meatballs without breadcrumbs, these are for you. These turkey meatballs are great because they’re versatile and so simple. You can eat them as a main dish or an appetizer. Plus they’re packed with flavor from the Italian herbs.
Most people probably think of turkey for either Thanksgiving or as deli meat. But it can be great for an everyday meal! And I’m going to give you easy, step by step directions on how to make these.
First, let’s look at the ingredients you’ll need.
Meatball Ingredients
- Ground Turkey – don’t use the 99% lean kind as that will dry out easily. Get at least the one labeled 93% lean. Dark meat turkey is best if you can find it.
- Almond flour – this is also called almond meal. You want it very finely ground (I typically get get the Bob’s Red Mill Super Fine almond flour).
- Egg – a large egg is best. You don’t want a jumbo egg as it will be too much egg for the mixture.
- Spices – onion powder, garlic powder, kosher salt, and an Italian herb blend. Make sure the spices are fresh as they will be more flavorful. Also, I used Diamond Crystal kosher salt in this recipe, which is less salty per volume than other salts. Read this article about the difference in salts if you’re using a different kind.
I’ve written condensed directions here including pictures so you can see how to make this recipe. The full set of detailed instructions are in the recipe card at the bottom of the page.
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Phil
It shows an egg in the picture but not in the list of ingredients. So which is it?
Taryn Solie
Hi Phil. Thanks for pointing that out! I’ve edited the ingredient list to include the egg.
Alisha Ross
I love cooking things like shish kabobs with my kids (sweet and savory) so they can actively participate and use things they like!
Cherie
I tried this, but doubled the recipe. I used pre-seasoned Italian-style turkey sausage. I still used the spices and amount you recommended. I’ve never felt refreshed after having spaghetti before!! This will be my staple for the long haul
Taryn Solie
Awesome – so glad to hear it Cherie!