High Protein Classic Italian Polpette (Meatballs)

Indulge in the rich flavors of Italy with these High Protein Classic Italian Polpette (Meatballs), a healthy twist on a traditional comfort food favorite. Made with a balanced blend of lean ground beef and pork, these meatballs are elevated by the addition of grated Parmesan, almond flour, and fresh parsley for a flavorful and protein-packed bite. The recipe swaps traditional breadcrumbs for almond flour, making it a great option for low-carb or gluten-free diets. Perfectly browned in olive oil and simmered in a luscious tomato sauce, these meatballs are then oven-baked to perfection, ensuring tender, juicy results every time. Ready in just an hour, this dish is versatile enough to serve over pasta, with crusty bread, or as a hearty standalone meal. Whether you're preparing a family dinner or meal-prepping for the week, these classic Italian meatballs are sure to impress with their robust flavor and nutritional profile.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 500 grams Lean ground beef
• 250 grams Lean ground pork
• 50 grams Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 whole Eggs
• 50 grams Almond flour
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 3 whole Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 500 milliliters Tomato sauce

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the ground beef and ground pork. Make sure they are evenly mixed for a consistent texture.

Step 3

Add the grated Parmesan cheese, eggs, almond flour, chopped parsley, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes to the meat mixture. Use your hands to thoroughly combine all ingredients.

Step 4

Form the mixture into balls about the size of a golf ball. You should have roughly 16-18 meatballs.

Step 5

Heat the olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs in batches, if necessary, and brown them on all sides, which should take about 5 minutes total per batch.

Step 6

Once all the meatballs are browned, return them all to the skillet (if you removed them for browning in batches) and pour the tomato sauce over the top.

Step 7

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake the meatballs in the sauce for 25-30 minutes or until the meatballs are cooked through.

Step 8

Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving. Enjoy with pasta, bread, or as a protein-packed snack!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1502.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2426.8

Total Fat 165.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 51.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 931.8mg	0%
Sodium 4468.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 32.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.4g	0%
Total Sugars 12.3g
Protein 204.3g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 839.5mg	0%
Iron 20.4mg	0%
Potassium 1175.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 61.2%

Protein: 33.5%

Carbs: 5.3%