Keto Diet Friendly Meatball Casserole with Cheese and Sauce!
This delicious Keto-friendly meatball casserole is loaded with savory meatballs, melty cheese, and a rich sauce. Perfect for a comforting dinner that won't derail your diet, this dish is sure to satisfy your cravings while keeping carbs in check.
Equipment
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 baking dish (9x13 inches)
- 1 skillet
- 1 oven
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef (85% lean)
- 1 pound Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups marinara sauce (sugar-free)
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese (shredded)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, Italian sausage, almond flour, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Using your hands, shape the mixture into meatballs, approximately 1 inch in diameter.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and lightly grease it with cooking oil. Brown the meatballs in batches, cooking for about 5 minutes until they are golden on all sides. Remove the meatballs and set aside.
- In the same skillet, pour in the marinara sauce and bring to a gentle simmer. Add the cooked meatballs back to the skillet, ensuring they are coated in the sauce. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- Transfer the meatball and sauce mixture to a baking dish and sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
You can substitute the ground beef with ground turkey for a leaner variation.
If you prefer a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes to the meat mixture.
Serve with a side of leafy greens or over zucchini noodles to keep things low-carb.