Ingredients

The following ingredients have 8 Servings
  • 2 pounds ground pork (may also use turkey)
  • 1 large sweet potato (peeled)
  • 1 1/2 cups finely chopped and de-stemmed kale
  • 2/3 cup blueberries
  • 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup (omit for Whole 30)
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons coarse sea salt
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh chopped thyme (may substitute 3/4 teaspoon dried)
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh chopped sage (may substitute 3/4 teaspoon dried)

Instruction

  • Preheat the oven to 400 F and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper, then set aside.
  • Grate the sweet potato until you have enough to equal 1 1/2 cups, then add to a large bowl along with the ground pork, kale, blueberries, maple syrup, salt, thyme, and sage. Work the mixture with your hands until fully combined.
  • Shape the mixture into one inch balls and place on the rimmed baking sheet. Bake at 400 F for 20 minutes until the meatballs are browned and the blueberries have burst.
  • Let cool slightly then enjoy!