Keto Italian Meatballs with Marinara Sauce
Deliciously tender and flavorful keto Italian meatballs simmered in a rich marinara sauce, perfect for a low-carb, satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- 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
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 cups sugar-free marinara sauce
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, Parmesan, almond flour, egg, minced garlic, parsley, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix until evenly combined.
- Shape the mixture into 16 meatballs, about 1.5 inches each.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add meatballs and brown on all sides, about 5 minutes.
- Pour in the marinara sauce and reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes until meatballs are cooked through.
- Remove from heat and let rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, garnish with fresh basil and serve with zucchini noodles or a side of sautéed spinach for a complete keto meal.