Keto Italian Sausage Meatballs with Marinara Sauce
Indulge in the rich flavors of Italy without the guilt with these Keto Italian Sausage Meatballs smothered in a homemade Marinara Sauce. Perfectly seasoned and packed with protein, these meatballs are a keto-friendly twist on a classic that will keep your taste buds and macros in happy harmony.
Servings 4 servings
Calories 400kcal
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Saucepan
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground Italian sausage
- ½ cup almond flour
- 1 large egg
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 ½ cups low-carb marinara sauce
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground Italian sausage, almond flour, egg, grated Parmesan cheese, heavy cream, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Shape the mixture into 1-inch (2.5cm) meatballs and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Drizzle olive oil over the meatballs to help them brown.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the meatballs are browned and cooked through.
- While the meatballs are baking, heat the low-carb marinara sauce in a saucepan over medium heat until simmering.
- Once the meatballs are done, transfer them to the saucepan and gently coat with the marinara sauce.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves, if desired.
Notes
Ensure the meatballs are spaced evenly on the baking sheet to allow even cooking.
For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes to the meatball mixture.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to a month.
To keep this dish keto-friendly, ensure that the marinara sauce you select has no added sugars and is low in net carbs.
Nutrition
Calories: 400kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 32g | Fiber: 2g | Net Carbs: 4g