A delicious and comforting Keto Meatball Casserole featuring juicy ground beef meatballs baked in a sugar-free marinara sauce and topped with melted mozzarella cheese, perfect for a low-carb, satisfying dinner.
Total Time:45 minutes
Yield:6 servings
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 it for baking the casserole.
Mix Meatball Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, almond flour, egg, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
Form Meatballs: Shape the meat mixture into evenly sized meatballs and arrange them in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, spacing them slightly apart.
Add Sauce and Cheese: Pour the sugar-free marinara sauce evenly over the meatballs, then sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese on top to cover.
Bake the Casserole: Bake the dish in the preheated oven for 30 minutes until the meatballs are cooked through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serve Warm: Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving warm for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
Use sugar-free marinara sauce to keep the dish keto-friendly and low in carbs.
Almond flour acts as a low-carb binder for the meatballs instead of breadcrumbs.
Feel free to add chopped fresh basil or parsley on top before serving for extra freshness.
Check meatball doneness by cutting one open; the inside should be no longer pink and fully cooked.
This casserole can be made ahead and reheated for quick meals throughout the week.
