Burger-Style Meatballs
with mixed greens salad / mustard vinaigrette
Savory, juicy meatballs and classic burger garnishes are the perfect way to get the comforting flavor of burgers in a lighter, veggie-filled meal. Try serving the meatballs on top of the salad, or keep them on the side if you prefer!
Ingredients
- Onions, medium and red - 1/2 , diced
- Beef, ground and lean - 1 lb
- Eggs - 1
- Almond meal - 1/4 cup
- Ketchup, paleo-friendly - 2 Tbsp
- Mustard, yellow - 1 Tbsp
- Dill pickle relish - 2 tsp
- Bragg's / coconut aminos - 1 tsp
- Onion powder - 1/2 tsp
- Garlic powder - 1/2 tsp
- Salt - 1/2 tsp
- Black pepper - 1/4 tsp
- Tomatoes, medium - 2 , chopped
- Parchment paper - for baking
- Mixed greens - 8 oz (sub any salad greens)
- Carrots - 5 oz , shredded (look for pre-shredded to save time)
- Paleo-friendly condiments such as ketchup or mustard - for serving
- Garlic - 1 clove , chopped
- Vinegar, red or white wine - 2 Tbsp
- Mustard, Dijon - 1 Tbsp
- Lemon juice - 1 tsp
- Oil, olive - 3 Tbsp
Prep
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Onions / Garlic - (If prepping right before cooking, get oven heating first.) Prep as directed and store separately. (Can be done up to 5 days ahead)
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Make dressing - Whisk together garlic, vinegar, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice. Add olive oil slowly while whisking. Season with some salt and pepper. (Can be done up to 5 days ahead)
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Make meatballs - In a large bowl, combine ground beef, eggs, almond meal, ketchup, mustard, pickle relish, aminos, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until thoroughly combined. Form mixture into 1" / 2.5 cm balls. (Can be done up to 2 days ahead)
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Tomatoes - Prep as directed.
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Make
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Heat oven to 400F / 204C degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or brush with some cooking oil.
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Spread meatballs out on the baking sheet and transfer to the oven. Bake until meatballs are cooked through, 10 to 12 minutes.
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While meatballs bake, assemble the salad. In a large serving or mixing bowl, toss together mixed greens, carrots, onions, and tomatoes.
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Divide salad among serving plates and drizzle with dressing until dressed to your liking.
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Serve salad with meatballs on top or alongside. Enjoy with extra dressing or your favorite condiments.
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