Moroccan-Spiced Beef Meatballs with Cauliflower Rice

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-07 · Updated 2026-08-07

Ground beef meatballs seasoned with Moroccan spices served over fragrant cauliflower rice for a comforting Whole30 meal. This Mediterranean-inspired Whole30 recipe (gluten free), ready in about 35 minutes, pairs ground beef, onion, garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a Whole30 week and pairs well with roasted sweet potato or a simple olive-oil salad. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 lb, 85% lean ground beef
• 1 small, finely diced (about 1/2 cup) onion
• 3, minced garlic cloves
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 3 tbsp, divided olive oil
• 4 cups, grated cauliflower cauliflower rice
• 2 tbsp, chopped for garnish fresh parsley
• 2, for serving lemon wedges

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 1 lb ground beef, 1/2 cup finely diced onion, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp ground coriander, 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, 1 tsp paprika, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper; mix gently until just combined.
2. Step 2: Form the mixture into 16 small meatballs, about 1.5 inches in diameter.
3. Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook, turning occasionally, for 10-12 minutes until browned on all sides and cooked through.
4. Step 4: Remove meatballs to a plate and set aside. Add remaining 1 tbsp olive oil to the skillet and sauté 4 cups grated cauliflower rice for 5-6 minutes until tender and slightly golden.
5. Step 5: Return the meatballs to the skillet with cauliflower rice, toss gently to combine, and cook for 1-2 more minutes to rewarm.
6. Step 6: Serve garnished with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley and lemon wedges on the side.