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Wild Game Meatballs / AIP

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Total Time 40 mins
Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 10
Description

Savory meatballs that use a blend of meats for a earthy and savory flavor. Zucchini replaces the traditional eggs and breadcrumbs to keep the meatballs moist with a great texture. Serve with NoMato sauce for an Italian meal, or use your choice of other sauces to mix up the meal.

Ingredients
  • 1 Small Zucchini
  • 1 lb Ground Beef
  • 1 lb Ground Bison (Substitute elk, venison, or other game meat)
  • 1 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 2 tsp Dried Oregano
  • 2 tsp Dried Thyme
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder
  • 2 tsp Dried Basil
  • 1 tsp Salt
Instructions
    Prep
  1. 1
    • Preheat oven to 400 degrees (f)
    • Cut the ends off the zucchini
    • Shred the zucchini using a shredder or a food processor with shredding disk.
  2. 2
    Combine
    • Gently combine all ingredients by hand until incorporated.  Do not overmix.
    3. Cook
  3. 3
    • Form mixture into 40 even balls, approximately 1 oz each (golf ball)
    • Place meatballs onto a sheet pan (with rim to hold grease)

     

    • Bake at 400 degrees until cooked through, between 20-30 minutes.  Check with meat thermometer for 165 degrees.

    Serve with zoodles, AIP compliant pasta, NoMato sauce, or your choice of sauces.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 10

Amount Per Serving
Calories 44kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 2.2g4%
Saturated Fat 0.9g5%
Cholesterol 17mg6%
Sodium 230mg10%
Total Carbohydrate 0.3g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.1g1%
Sugars 0.2g

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: Meatball, AIP, blend, meat, zucchini
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