Keto Classic Italian Meatballs

Savor the rich, comforting flavors of Italy with these Keto Classic Italian Meatballs, a low-carb twist on a timeless favorite. Perfectly tender and bursting with authentic Italian seasonings like oregano, basil, and garlic, these meatballs blend ground beef and pork for a juicy, flavorful bite. Almond flour and Parmesan cheese replace traditional breadcrumbs, making this recipe both keto-friendly and gluten-free. The meatballs are first seared to golden perfection and then baked, ensuring a perfect texture, before simmering in a luscious sugar-free marinara sauce. With just 20 minutes of prep and 30 minutes of cook time, this easy yet elegant dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and extra Parmesan, and serve on its own or over zucchini noodles for the ultimate low-carb Italian feast!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef (80/20 fat ratio)
• 0.5 pound ground pork
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 large egg
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.5 cup almond flour
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 0.5 medium onion, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cups sugar-free marinara sauce

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, chopped parsley, almond flour, minced garlic, and finely chopped onion.

Step 3

Season the mixture with salt, black pepper, dried oregano, and dried basil.

Step 4

Mix all the ingredients together with your hands until they are well combined, but do not overmix as this can make the meatballs tough.

Step 5

Roll the mixture into 1.5-inch meatballs and set them on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 6

Heat the olive oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs in batches and brown them on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 7

Once browned, transfer the meatballs back to the baking sheet and place them in the oven to finish cooking. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the meatballs are cooked through.

Step 8

While the meatballs are baking, heat the sugar-free marinara sauce in a saucepan over low heat.

Step 9

Once the meatballs are done, add them to the marinara sauce and simmer for an additional 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 10

Serve the meatballs warm, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(984.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2674.2

Total Fat 212.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 69.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.6g
Cholesterol 784.8mg	0%
Sodium 3630.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 24.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.1g	0%
Total Sugars 5.1g
Protein 170.9g	0%

Vitamin D 81.9IU	0%
Calcium 864.2mg	0%
Iron 16.8mg	0%
Potassium 1587.3mg	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: 71.0%

Protein: 25.4%

Carbs: 3.6%