Low-Carb Keto Meatballs
Eat the meatballs alone or combine with a low carb noodle of choice and sugar free spaghetti sause.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef 80/20 preferred for flavor
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup crushed pork rinds or more if mixture is too wet
- 1/2 cup chopped onion optional
- 2 cloves garlic minced, optional
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Optional: 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley or basil
- Optional for juicier texture: 2 tbsp heavy cream or a bit of grated zucchini (squeezed dry)
- 1 jar spaghetti sauce no sugar added - or make your own
- 1 choice of low carb noodles spiraled zucchini, cut egg wraps, hearts of palm
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix all ingredients until well combined.
- Form into 1.5-inch balls (about 16 total).
- Sear meatballs and chopped onion in a skillet with a bit of avocado oil before baking for a crispier crust.
- Place on the baking sheet and bake for 15–18 minutes, or until browned and cooked through (internal temp: 160°F).
- Mix the meatballs in your sauce and add atop noodle of choice. Finish with grated parm and parsley if desired.
Notes
Approximate Nutrition Info (Per 4 meatballs)
(Without sauce or noodles)- Calories: 320
- Fat: 24g
- Protein: 25g
- Carbs: ~2g net (from Parmesan and garlic)
- Fiber: <0.5g
- Sugars: ~0g