Low Carb Classic Meatballs with Tomato Sauce
Transform your favorite comfort food into a nutritious delight with this Low Carb Classic Meatballs with Tomato Sauce recipe! These tender, flavorful meatballs combine ground beef and pork with Parmesan cheese, almond flour, and fresh herbs for a carb-conscious twist that doesn't compromise on taste. Simmered in a rich, homemade tomato sauce infused with garlic, onion, Italian seasoning, and a subtle kick of red pepper flakes, every bite is bursting with robust flavors. Perfect for meal prep or a hearty dinner, this gluten-free, keto-friendly dish pairs beautifully with zucchini noodles, cauliflower rice, or simply on its own for a satisfying, wholesome meal. Ready in just an hour, this recipe is your go-to for a healthier take on a traditional classic!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Ground beef
- 250 grams Ground pork
- 50 grams Parmesan cheese, grated
- 50 grams Almond flour
- 2 pieces Large eggs
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 400 grams Canned crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
- 6 leaves Basil leaves, fresh
- 200 milliliters Water
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, grated Parmesan cheese, almond flour, eggs, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix well with your hands until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
Form the meat mixture into meatballs, approximately 1.5 inches in diameter. You should have around 18-20 meatballs.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the meatballs in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan, and brown them on all sides. This should take about 7-8 minutes per batch. Once browned, remove them from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add more olive oil if necessary and then sauté the chopped onion over medium heat until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the tomato paste and cook for an additional 1 minute to enhance its flavor.
Add canned crushed tomatoes, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, and water. Stir to combine. Bring the sauce to a simmer.
Return the meatballs to the skillet, stirring gently to coat them with the sauce. Cover the skillet and let the meatballs simmer in the sauce for 20-25 minutes, or until cooked through.
Occasionally stir the sauce and meatballs gently to prevent sticking, and add more water if the sauce becomes too thick.
Once cooked, sprinkle fresh basil leaves over the meatballs before serving.
Serve the low carb meatballs with tomato sauce hot, alongside your favorite low carb side dish if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2924 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 220.0 g | 282% | |
| Saturated Fat | 73.9 g | 370% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1001 mg | 334% | |
| Sodium | 4374 mg | 190% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 58.1 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.9 g | 60% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.4 g | ||
| Protein | 191.3 g | 383% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 1035 mg | 80% | |
| Iron | 20.6 mg | 114% | |
| Potassium | 3317 mg | 71% | |
*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.
