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Keto Meatball Parm Recipe

Keto Meatball Parm Recipe: Cozy Low-Carb Comfort Dish

Enjoy this Keto Meatball Parm Recipe for a low-carb twist on a classic comfort dish that delivers on flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 7 minutes
Total Time 47 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Quick Meals
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb Pre-cooked Meatballs Use homemade or store-bought
  • 0.5 lb Ground Beef Opt for high-fat content (80/20)
  • 0.5 lb Ground Pork Can substitute with ground turkey or chicken
  • 1 large Egg Or swap with a flax egg for vegan option
  • 0.5 cup Onion Finely diced; can be omitted
  • 0.5 cup Red Pepper Finely diced; optional
  • 0.5 cup Almond Breadcrumbs Low-carb alternative
  • 1 clove Garlic Minced
  • 1 tsp Dried Basil
  • 1 tsp Dried Oregano
  • 1 tsp Kosher Salt
  • 0.5 tsp Granulated Garlic
  • 0.5 tsp Granulated Onion
  • 0.5 tsp Red Pepper Flakes
  • pinch Black Pepper
For the Sauce and Topping
  • 2 cups Marinara Sauce Choose sugar-free
  • 1.5 cups Mozzarella Cheese Grated; vegan cheese for dairy-free
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated; nutritional yeast can be used

Equipment

  • Ovenproof baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine your pre-cooked meatballs with ground beef and ground pork. Add the egg, diced onion, red pepper, almond breadcrumbs, minced garlic, and seasonings for flavor. Mix until just combined.
  3. Place the prepared meatballs evenly in your ovenproof baking dish.
  4. Pour the marinara sauce generously over the arranged meatballs.
  5. Sprinkle the grated mozzarella cheese evenly over the meatballs and marinara sauce, followed by the Parmesan cheese.
  6. Carefully place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes.
  7. Once out of the oven, allow the Keto Meatball Parm to rest for 5-7 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 2.2gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure the marinara sauce fully covers the meatballs to prevent them from drying out during baking. Allow the dish to rest for 5-7 minutes after baking for easier serving.

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