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Air Fryer Meatballs

Juicy Air Fryer Meatballs for Effortless Family Dinners

Discover the easy and delicious Air Fryer Meatballs that are gluten-free and perfect for quick family dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatball Mixture
  • 1 pound Ground Beef or ground turkey for a lighter option
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs use gluten-free breadcrumbs for a gluten-free option
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese optional for dairy-free version
  • 1 large Egg binds ingredients together
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) fresh is best
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Fresh Parsley can substitute with other fresh herbs
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano or Italian seasoning
Cooking Essentials
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Spray to prevent sticking

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your air fryer to 370°F (188°C) for about 3 minutes.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, egg, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, ground black pepper, and dried oregano. Mix until just combined.
  3. Using your hands, scoop out portions and roll them into 1-inch meatballs.
  4. Generously spray the air fryer basket with olive oil and arrange the meatballs in a single layer.
  5. Cook the meatballs in the air fryer for 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
  6. Remove the meatballs once done, let them cool slightly, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 4meatballsCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 20gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 10mg

Notes

These meatballs are perfect for serving with pasta, in sub sandwiches, or as appetizers. They can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 1 month.

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