Keto Italian Meatballs with Marinara Sauce
Delicious keto-friendly Italian meatballs simmered in a rich homemade marinara sauce, perfect for a low-carb dinner option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup almond flour
- 1 large egg
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups sugar-free marinara sauce
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, Parmesan, almond flour, egg, garlic, parsley, oregano, salt, and pepper; mix until just combined.
- Form mixture into 1.5-inch meatballs and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake meatballs for 15-18 minutes until cooked through and browned.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and add the marinara sauce.
- Add the baked meatballs to the sauce and simmer for 5 minutes to absorb flavors.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra parsley or Parmesan if desired.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the marinara sauce or serve the meatballs over zoodles or cauliflower rice.