LOW CARB MEATBALLS A LA PARMIGIANA

Low Carb Meatballs a La Parmigiana image

Provided by Michelle R.

Categories Indian

Time 1h

Yield 2 1/2 meatballs, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 1/2 lbs ground beef (80/20)
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/2 cup almond flour
2 eggs
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried onion flakes
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 cup warm water
1 cup marinara sauce
4 ounces mozzarella cheese

Steps:

Combine all of the meatball ingredients in a large bowl and mix well. Form into 2″ meatballs. Bake at 350°F for 20 minutes, or fry in a large skillet over medium heat until cooked through.
Pro-tip: Try frying in bacon grease if you have any, it adds another level of flavor. Frying produces a golden brown color.
Make the Parmigiana:.
Place the cooked meatballs in an oven safe dish. Spoon approximately 1 tablespoon sauce over each meatball. Cover with approximately 1/4 ounce of mozzarella cheese each.
Bake at 350°F for 20 minutes (40 minutes if meatballs are frozen) or until heated through and the cheese is golden. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Approx nutrition info per "naked" meatball: 121 cals, 8g fat, 1.5g net carbs, 11g protein.
Approx nutrition info per meatball parmigiana: 151 cals, 9g fat, 2.5g net carbs, 12g protein.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 417.5, Fat 27.6, SaturatedFat 12.1, Cholesterol 165.9, Sodium 973, Carbohydrate 7.4, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 4.2, Protein 33