Keto Cheesy Meatball Casserole

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Keto Cheesy Meatball Casserole, a low-carb delight that’s as satisfying as it is delicious. Juicy meatballs made with a flavorful blend of ground beef, ground pork, almond flour, Parmesan, and aromatic seasonings are baked to perfection and smothered in a savory, low-sugar marinara sauce. Topped with a generous layer of melted mozzarella cheese and garnished with fresh basil, this casserole embodies cheesy, hearty goodness while staying keto-friendly. Ready in under an hour and perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep, this dish is a crowd-pleaser that keeps your keto goals on track.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 0.5 lb ground pork
• 0.5 cup almond flour
• 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 piece large egg
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1.5 cups low-sugar marinara sauce
• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, almond flour, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.

Step 3

Scoop out small portions of the meat mixture and roll them into 1 1/2-inch diameter meatballs. Arrange the meatballs evenly in a large oven-safe casserole dish.

Step 4

Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 15 minutes until they are starting to brown.

Step 5

Remove the casserole dish from the oven and reduce the oven temperature to 350°F (175°C).

Step 6

Pour the low-sugar marinara sauce evenly over the meatballs, ensuring they are fully covered with sauce.

Step 7

Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese generously over the top of the marinara-covered meatballs.

Step 8

Return the casserole dish to the oven and bake for an additional 20 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 9

Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool slightly, then garnish with fresh chopped basil leaves.

Step 10

Serve the Keto Cheesy Meatball Casserole warm, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1096.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2864.0

Total Fat 210.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 85.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 871.8mg	0%
Sodium 4752.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 25.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.5g	0%
Total Sugars 2.1g
Protein 217.7g	0%

Vitamin D 41IU	0%
Calcium 2156.0mg	0%
Iron 15.0mg	0%
Potassium 1343.4mg	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: 66.1%

Protein: 30.4%

Carbs: 3.5%