Low Carb Classic Italian Meatballs

Savor the rich, comforting flavors of Italy without the carbs with this delightful recipe for Low Carb Classic Italian Meatballs. Crafted with a blend of juicy ground beef and pork, these tender meatballs are enhanced with almond flour for a keto-friendly twist and Parmesan cheese for a burst of umami. Fresh parsley, garlic, and a hint of oregano infuse each bite with aromatic Mediterranean goodness, while a touch of optional red pepper flakes adds just the right amount of heat. Perfectly browned on the stovetop and then finished in the oven, these meatballs are versatile enough to pair with low-carb marinara sauce, zoodles, or creamy cauliflower mash. Ready in under an hour, this simple yet delicious recipe is ideal for meal prep, weeknight dinners, or impressing guests with a healthy Italian classic!

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 g ground beef (80% lean)
• 250 g ground pork
• 60 g almond flour
• 50 g Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 large egg
• 30 g fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 50 g onion, finely chopped
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 0.25 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the 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, almond flour, and grated Parmesan cheese.

Step 3

Add the egg, chopped parsley, minced garlic, onion, oregano, salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes into the meat mixture. Mix everything thoroughly using your hands until well combined.

Step 4

Scoop about 2 tablespoons of the mixture and roll it between your palms to form a meatball. Repeat the process until all the mixture is used up.

Step 5

In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Once hot, add the meatballs in batches and brown them on all sides, about 5 minutes per batch. Be careful not to overcrowd the skillet.

Step 6

Transfer the browned meatballs onto the prepared baking sheet.

Step 7

Once all meatballs are browned and transferred, place the baking sheet in the preheated oven.

Step 8

Bake the meatballs for 15-20 minutes, or until they are cooked through and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center reads 160°F (71°C).

Step 9

Remove the meatballs from the oven and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.

Step 10

Serve with your favorite low-carb marinara sauce or alongside zoodles (zucchini noodles) or cauliflower mash for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1038.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2952.7

Total Fat 235.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 77.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.6g
Cholesterol 839.7mg	0%
Sodium 3827.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 23.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.3g	0%
Total Sugars 4.9g
Protein 190.0g	0%

Vitamin D 84.7IU	0%
Calcium 960.0mg	0%
Iron 18.0mg	0%
Potassium 1689.8mg	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: 71.2%

Protein: 25.6%

Carbs: 3.2%