Low Carb Cheesy Meatball Casserole

Indulge in the comforting flavors of a hearty Italian-inspired dish with this Low Carb Cheesy Meatball Casserole! Perfect for keto enthusiasts and low-carb eaters, this recipe features tender, homemade meatballs made from a savory blend of ground beef, ground pork, almond flour, and Parmesan cheese. Simmered to perfection in a robust, low-carb marinara sauce and crowned with a bubbling layer of melted mozzarella, this casserole is the ultimate guilt-free comfort food. With only 15 minutes of prep time and baked to golden perfection in under an hour, it’s a hassle-free dinner option that the whole family will love. Pair this low-carb delight with a crisp side salad or steamed veggies for a wholesome, satisfying meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 0.5 pound Ground pork
• 1 large Egg
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 0.5 cup Almond flour
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 cups Marinara sauce (low carb)
• 2 cups Mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, egg, Parmesan cheese, almond flour, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Mix thoroughly with your hands or a wooden spoon until all the ingredients are well combined.

Step 4

Roll the mixture into approximately 1.5-inch meatballs and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Step 5

Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes, or until they start to brown.

Step 6

While the meatballs are baking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 7

Add the low-carb marinara sauce to the skillet and simmer for 5 minutes.

Step 8

Remove the meatballs from the oven and gently place them into the skillet with the simmering marinara sauce.

Step 9

Reduce the heat to low and let the meatballs simmer in the sauce for another 10 minutes.

Step 10

Transfer the meatballs and sauce to a 9x13 inch casserole dish.

Step 11

Evenly sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the top of the meatballs.

Step 12

Return the casserole dish to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 13

Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1547.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3303.2

Total Fat 244.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 93.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.3g
Cholesterol 940.7mg	0%
Sodium 5344.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 46.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.7g	0%
Total Sugars 21.1g
Protein 223.9g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 2365.3mg	0%
Iron 17.8mg	0%
Potassium 2898.4mg	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: 67.1%

Protein: 27.3%

Carbs: 5.7%