Air Fryer Whole30 Paleo Meatballs with Marinara
These air fryer Whole30 Paleo meatballs are a quick and easy way to get your meatball fix without all the guilt. Made with ground beef, almond flour, tapioca flour, and spices, these meatballs are packed with flavor and nutrients. Serve them with your favorite marinara sauce for a complete meal.
The meatball is a humble dish with a long and storied history. It is believed to have originated in Persia, where it was known as kofta. Kofta were typically made with lamb or beef, and were often cooked on skewers. Over time, kofta spread to other parts of the world, including Italy, where it became known as polpette. Polpette were typically made with pork or beef, and were often cooked in a tomato sauce. In the 19th century, Italian immigrants brought meatballs to the United States, where they quickly became a popular dish. Today, meatballs are enjoyed all over the world, and there are countless variations on the classic recipe. These air fryer Whole30 Paleo meatballs are a modern take on the classic dish. They are made with ground beef, almond flour, tapioca flour, and spices, and are cooked in an air fryer. This gives them a crispy exterior and a tender interior. Serve them with your favorite marinara sauce for a complete meal.
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Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 12 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1/4 cup almond flour
  • 1/4 cup tapioca flour
  • 1/2 onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 1 tablespoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
  1. Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients and mix well.
  3. Form into 1-inch meatballs.
  4. Place meatballs in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
  5. Cook for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
  6. While the meatballs are cooking, make the marinara sauce.
  7. In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup tomato sauce, 1/4 cup water, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, and 1/2 teaspoon dried basil.
  8. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes.
Why It Works
  • The combination of almond flour and tapioca flour gives these meatballs a light and fluffy texture.
  • Cooking the meatballs in an air fryer gives them a crispy exterior and a tender interior.
  • The marinara sauce adds a rich and flavorful depth to the meatballs.