Keto Meatball Casserole Recipe
This Keto Meatball Casserole offers a delicious low-carb twist on classic meatballs baked in a rich marinara sauce and topped with melted mozzarella cheese, perfect for a comforting dinner that fits a ketogenic lifestyle.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Carb
Ingredients
Meatballs
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Casserole
- 2 cups marinara sauce (sugar-free)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the casserole.
- Mix meatballs: In a bowl, combine ground beef, almond flour, egg, Parmesan cheese, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Form meatballs: Shape the mixture into meatballs of desired size and place them evenly in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Add sauce and cheese: Pour the sugar-free marinara sauce over the meatballs, then sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly on top.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes or until the meatballs are fully cooked and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve warm: Remove from oven and let sit for a few minutes before serving warm for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- For a dairy-free version, substitute Parmesan and mozzarella with vegan cheese alternatives.
- Make sure to use a sugar-free marinara sauce to keep the casserole keto-friendly.
- Almond flour helps bind the meatballs while keeping the recipe low-carb.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.
- Adding chopped fresh herbs like basil or parsley as a garnish provides extra freshness.
Find it online: https://lovelycooks.com/keto-meatball-casserole-recipe/
