Description
Keto Meatballs are a delicious twist on a classic dish, perfect for any occasion. These savory meatballs, made with a blend of ground beef and Italian sausage, are packed with flavor and topped with gooey mozzarella cheese. Ideal for family dinners, meal prep, or entertaining guests, they fit seamlessly into your keto lifestyle. Serve them over zoodles or cauliflower rice, or enjoy them as an appetizer at your next gathering. With simple ingredients and straightforward preparation, you can whip up these cheesy delights in no time!
Ingredients
Scale
- 16 oz ground beef (85/15)
- 16 oz Italian sausage
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 14 oz pizza sauce
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1/4 cup Italian cheese blend
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, Italian sausage, eggs, salt, pepper, onion powder, and Parmesan cheese until just mixed.
- Form the mixture into meatballs and sear in a frying pan over high heat until browned on all sides.
- In the same pan, add tomato paste and cook briefly before adding pizza sauce and Italian cheese blend; stir to combine.
- Return meatballs to the pan and coat with sauce.
- Transfer to a baking dish, top with shredded mozzarella cheese, and bake uncovered for about 20 minutes until cooked through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: Keto
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 ounces (113g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 95mg