Keto Baked Ziti with Meatballs
Indulge in the ultimate low-carb comfort food with this Keto Baked Ziti with Meatballs recipe! This hearty dish swaps traditional pasta for fresh zucchini noodles, creating a keto-friendly twist on a classic favorite. Juicy, homemade meatballs made with a savory blend of ground beef, ground pork, garlic, and Parmesan are simmered in a rich, sugar-free marinara sauce before being topped with melty mozzarella cheese. Baked to bubbly perfection and finished with vibrant fresh basil, this recipe delivers all the cozy flavors you love in just 45 minutes of cooking time. Perfect for a crowd-pleasing dinner or weekly meal prep, this gluten-free and low-carb baked ziti will satisfy your Italian food cravings without breaking your diet goals!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground beef
- 0.5 pound Ground pork
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 Egg
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 medium Zucchini, spiraled into noodles
- 2 cups Marinara sauce (sugar-free)
- 2 cups Mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 0.25 cup Fresh basil, chopped
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, egg, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to incorporate all ingredients thoroughly.
Roll the meat mixture into small, bite-sized meatballs, approximately 1 inch in diameter.
Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-6 minutes. They do not need to be fully cooked through at this stage.
Remove the meatballs from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the spiraled zucchini noodles. Sauté for about 2-3 minutes until they begin to wilt slightly.
Return the meatballs to the skillet and pour the marinara sauce over the top, ensuring the meatballs and zoodles are well coated with the sauce.
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Garnish with fresh chopped basil before serving for added flavor and color.
Serve hot and enjoy your keto-friendly baked ziti!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
553 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.6 g | 52% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.0 g | 85% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 136 mg | 45% | |
| Sodium | 990 mg | 43% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 13.4 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.5 g | ||
| Protein | 35.9 g | 72% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 416 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 923 mg | 20% | |
*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.
