Keto Gnocchi with Meat Sauce
Indulge in the rich flavors of Keto Gnocchi with Meat Sauce, a low-carb twist on classic Italian comfort food. This recipe transforms traditional gnocchi into a keto-friendly delight by using almond flour, coconut flour, and parmesan cheese, creating tender, pillowy dumplings perfect for soaking up the hearty, savory meat sauce. The sauce combines ground beef, aromatic garlic and onion, and a robust blend of crushed tomatoes and Italian seasoning, simmered to perfection for a depth of flavor that will leave you craving more. Ready in just over an hour, this dish is ideal for a cozy dinner and comes together in easy steps, including boiling the gnocchi to light, fluffy perfection. Garnished with fresh basil for an herby finish, this keto recipe is both satisfying and nutritious, making it a go-to for low-carb meal planning. Perfect for fans of Italian cuisine seeking a healthy option, this recipe is packed with flavor and protein while keeping your carb count in check.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup almond flour
- 0.25 cup coconut flour
- 0.5 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 2 oz cream cheese
- 1 tsp xanthan gum
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 small onion
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 14 oz canned crushed tomatoes
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp ground black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh basil
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, combine almond flour, coconut flour, grated parmesan cheese, xanthan gum, and cream cheese. Mix well until the cream cheese is fully blended into the flours.
Add the egg and continue mixing until a dough forms.
Divide the dough into 4 pieces and roll each piece into a long rope about 1/2 inch thick on a lightly floured surface (use almond flour to lightly dust).
Cut the ropes into 1-inch pieces to form the gnocchi and set aside.
Bring a pot of salted water to a gentle boil. Add the gnocchi and cook for about 2–3 minutes or until they float to the surface. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.
For the sauce, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped garlic and finely diced onion, and sauté until the onion is translucent and garlic is fragrant.
Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon while cooking.
Stir in tomato paste, canned crushed tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes until the sauce thickens.
Combine the cooked gnocchi with the meat sauce in the skillet, gently stirring to coat the gnocchi.
Serve hot, garnished with freshly chopped basil.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
690 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 53.9 g | 69% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.1 g | 86% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 148 mg | 49% | |
| Sodium | 929 mg | 40% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.0 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.1 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.7 g | ||
| Protein | 34.5 g | 69% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 250 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 4.8 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 801 mg | 17% | |
*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.
