Description
Juicy, tender, and low in carbs, these Keto Italian Meatballs with Marinara Sauce are simmered in a rich, herby tomato sauce and perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Serve them over zucchini noodles, cauliflower mash, or enjoy on their own. Freezer-friendly and packed with flavor, this dish is a keto comfort classic you’ll keep making again and again.
Ingredients
2 pounds ground beef and pork blend
2 eggs
1 cup grated parmesan cheese
1⁄3 cup almond flour
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon salt
1⁄2 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil (for searing)
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 can (14 ounces) crushed tomatoes (no sugar added)
1 tablespoon olive oil (for sauce)
1⁄2 teaspoon salt (for sauce)
1⁄4 teaspoon black pepper (for sauce)
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (for sauce)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil or parsley
Extra parmesan for topping
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, mix ground beef and pork, eggs, parmesan, almond flour, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until just combined.
2. Form into 18–20 meatballs, about 2 tablespoons each.
3. Heat olive oil in a skillet and sear meatballs in batches until browned on all sides. Set aside.
4. In the same skillet, add olive oil and tomato paste. Cook 1 minute to caramelize. Add crushed tomatoes, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Simmer 10 minutes.
5. Return meatballs to the sauce. Cover and simmer 15–20 minutes, until meatballs are fully cooked.
6. Garnish with basil or parsley and extra parmesan. Serve hot.
Notes
Do not overmix the meat mixture—keep it tender by combining ingredients gently.
Searing adds flavor but you can bake if needed—just finish in sauce for extra richness.
Always check crushed tomato labels to avoid added sugars for a truly keto marinara.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop + Simmer
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3–4 meatballs
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 710mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 130mg