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Perfect for those on Whole30, or just needing some lean protein variety, these Whole30 Greek Beef and Lamb Meatballs are perfect to eat on their own or toss into a quinoa or tabbouleh salad for added protein and flavor. 

Dish Count :: 1 mixing bowl, 1 baking sheet

I’m about to say something completely eye roll inducing, so just please bear with me. Whole30 changed my life? Yeah, I shudder typing those words out, and I added a question mark, because I can’t believe I’m saying it. The reason for the change isn’t because I lost 20 pounds in a month, or that I’m a clean eating freakazoid now – but there were significant changes that helped keep me sane and left me feeling good along the way.

Am I still doing a strict Whole30 diet? No. Just ask the two warm, gooey chocolate chip cookies I ate last night at 9pm.

But it has helped me stay sane and conscious of my eating in very helpful ways.

By far and large, my need to prep food at the beginning of the week to keep me on track was the biggest shift and help over the last month. I take half a day, really even just a couple of hours, and I prep the necessities that will help me stay on plan. That’s breakfast, and lunch locked down – and I leave a little more room for improvisation during dinner. More often than not, it’s all leftovers for dinner, so I still know what I’m going to eat – meaning, I don’t have an excuse to go out to eat, which saves me money.

Greek Meatballs

These Whole30 Greek Beef and Lamb Meatballs, came when I was getting into a little rut with the diet, since I was making meatballs that were just plain beef and seasoning. I needed pizzazz. These did it, and they really sold Ben, too! My favorite way to eat these with heated up, and then tossed over a cold Greek quinoa salad I had picked up from Costco. Now, while quinoa is not Whole30 compliant, it added some extra nutrients and fiber to my meal and I was able to stay on track, not going to the closest sandwich shop for a cheese laden carb loaf.

Ben has requested these again already – and when he’s okay knowingly eating Whole30, I’m completely okay making them again and again.

Ingredients for Whole30 Greek Beef and Lamb Meatballs

• Ground Beef or Ground Pork
• Ground Lamb
• Kosher Salt
• Ground Black Pepper
• Fresh Mint
• Shallot
• Oregano
• Garlic

Depending on your flavor preferences you can mix and match some of these other ingredients into the meatballs to create your own custom blend! If you like using your own spice blends, you can use my Homemade Greek Seasoning Blend for this!

If you want to make these extra zesty you can also add in some of these other seasonings and an egg for added moisture.

• Red Pepper Flakes
• Cayenne Pepper
• Ground Cumin
• Fresh Dill 
• Ground Cinnamon
• Ground Coriander or Fresh Cilantro minced
• Fresh Grated Onion, or dried minced Onion
• Panko Breadcrumbs (not whole30)

How To Serve Greek Meatballs

One of the best things about meatballs is their versatility in ways to serve them. I’m all for eating them just as-is. But then there is with sauce. Or in a sandwich. Or with fresh vegetables! 

• With Tzatziki Sauce and fresh tomoato and cucumber
• In a pita bread wrap
• In a salad with fresh tomatoes and cucumbers
• With feta cheese, skewered as an appetizer

Instructions for Greek Beef and Lamb Meatballs

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
2. In a large bowl, combine all ingredients and mix together. I recommend using your hands to make things go quickly. Using a small 1″ cookie scoop, scoop and roll out the meat mixture, placing them onto a lined cookie sheet or baking sheet. Space the meat balls about 1″ apart.
3. Bake the meatballs for about 15 minutes, until they reach 165 degrees internal temperature read with an instant read thermometer. 
4. Place them onto a plate lined with paper towels to drain, and then use immediately or place in a sealed container in the fridge for later use.

Instructions for Pan Frying Greek Meatballs

You can also pan fry these instead of baking them. Use a couple tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet, set over medium to medium-high heat. Add them to the pan and fry until golden brown on all sides and they reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees.

Recipe FAQ’s

Can I add panko breadcrumbs to these meatballs?

Yes, but know that they will no longer be Whole30 compliant. You can also substitute gluten free bread crumbs as well.

Can I use other meat in this recipe?

Sure! You can use ground chicken, or ground turkey as well. Those are particularly lean meats, so these meatballs would do well with adding in some olive oil to ensure they stay moist. You can also use ground pork to create an extra moist meatball.

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