Low Carb Classic Homemade Meatballs
Satisfy your comfort food cravings without the carbs with these Low Carb Classic Homemade Meatballs! Made with a flavorful blend of ground beef, ground pork, and grated Parmesan cheese, these meatballs are enhanced with minced garlic, finely chopped onion, and zesty Italian seasoning. A quick sear in olive oil gives them a golden, crispy exterior before baking to juicy perfection in the oven. This keto-friendly recipe is ready in just 45 minutes and perfect for pairing with your favorite low-carb sauce or a side of zucchini noodles. Packed with protein and bursting with fresh parsley garnish, it's an easy, wholesome dinner the whole family will love!
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Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground Beef
- 0.5 pound Ground Pork
- 0.5 cup Parmesan Cheese, grated
- 1 large Egg
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 0.5 cup Onion, finely chopped
- 1.5 teaspoons Italian Seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley, chopped
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef and ground pork.
Step 3
Add the grated Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, chopped onion, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper to the meat mixture.
Step 4
Mix all ingredients thoroughly using your hands or a spatula until well combined.
Step 5
Shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1.5 inches in diameter, and place them on a large plate or tray.
Step 6
Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
Step 7
Once the oil is hot, add the meatballs to the skillet in batches if necessary. Sear the meatballs for about 2-3 minutes on each side until they are browned evenly.
Step 8
Transfer the entire skillet to the preheated oven and bake the meatballs for 15 minutes, or until they are cooked through.
Step 9
Remove the skillet from the oven and let the meatballs rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Step 10
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve warm with your choice of low-carb sauce or side dish.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (926.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2245.6 |
| Total Fat 175.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 64.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.6g | |
| Cholesterol 764.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3601.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 13.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 4.5g | |
| Protein 159.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 53.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 647.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1409.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories