Description
Looking for a hearty, comforting, and low-carb dinner option? These *Keto Italian Meatballs with Marinara Sauce* bring together everything you love about classic Italian comfort food—without the carbs. Juicy meatballs stuffed with melty mozzarella, simmered in a sugar-free marinara sauce, make this an ideal easy recipe for weeknight dinners or meal prep. It’s perfect if you’re browsing quick dinner ideas, low-carb food ideas, or need a healthy snack that feels indulgent. These meatballs deliver big flavor and are completely gluten-free, keto-friendly, and family-approved.
Ingredients
1/2 lb ground beef
1/2 lb ground pork
1/4 cup almond flour
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 small onion, grated
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 large egg
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
4 oz mozzarella cheese, cut into cubes
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups sugar-free marinara sauce
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan for garnish
Instructions
1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, almond flour, Parmesan, grated onion, garlic, egg, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix gently to combine without overworking the meat.
2. Take a scoop of the meat mixture and flatten it slightly in your palm. Place a cube of mozzarella in the center, wrap the meat around it, and form into a ball. Repeat until all meatballs are formed.
3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Brown the meatballs in batches, turning to get color on all sides, about 5–7 minutes.
4. Transfer meatballs into a saucepan or baking dish. Pour marinara sauce over them, covering completely. Simmer on low heat for 25–30 minutes until fully cooked.
5. Garnish with fresh basil and extra grated Parmesan. Serve hot.
Notes
Use a cookie scoop for even-sized meatballs that cook uniformly.
Grate the onion instead of chopping for better moisture and even distribution.
Chill formed meatballs for 10 minutes before browning to help retain shape.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Simmered
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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