Keto Spaghetti with Meatballs

Keto Spaghetti with Meatballs is a delicious low-carb twist on the classic Italian dish, featuring zucchini noodles and savory meatballs in a rich marinara sauce. This dish is perfect for anyone looking to enjoy traditional flavors while staying within their ketogenic diet.

Ingredients

• Zucchini - 2 medium (about 400g)
• Ground beef (80% lean) - 250g
• Parmesan cheese - 30g, grated
• Almond flour - 30g
• Egg - 1 large
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Dried oregano - 1 tsp
• Dried basil - 1 tsp
• Salt - ½ tsp
• Black pepper - ¼ tsp
• Olive oil - 1 tbsp
• Crushed tomatoes - 400g (canned)
• Fresh basil - for garnish (optional)

Steps

1. Spiralize the zucchini using a spiralizer to create 'noodles' and set aside.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, Parmesan cheese, almond flour, egg, minced garlic, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
3. Form the mixture into small meatballs, about 2.5 cm in diameter.
4. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook for 8-10 minutes until browned on all sides and cooked through.
5. Once the meatballs are cooked, remove them from the skillet and set aside.
6. In the same skillet, add crushed tomatoes, bring to a simmer, and cook for 5 minutes. Add the meatballs back to the skillet and coat them in the sauce.
7. While the sauce is simmering, cook the zucchini noodles in a separate pot of boiling water for 2-3 minutes until slightly tender but still firm.
8. Drain the zucchini noodles and divide them into two bowls. Top with meatballs and marinara sauce. Garnish with fresh basil if desired.
9. Serve immediately and enjoy your Keto Spaghetti with Meatballs!

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 120 mg
• Total Fat: 30 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Low in carbs, making it suitable for ketogenic diets.
• Rich in protein and healthy fats from meat and olive oil.

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