Polpette di Carne

Polpette di Carne are delicious Italian meatballs made with a blend of ground beef and aromatic herbs, perfect for a filling lunch. This Paleo-friendly version omits breadcrumbs and utilizes almond flour for a delightful and nutritious twist.

Ingredients

• Ground beef - 300 grams
• Almond flour - 50 grams
• Egg - 1 large
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons for frying
• Zucchini - 1 medium, spiralized (for serving)

Steps

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, almond flour, egg, minced garlic, chopped parsley, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
2. Shape the mixture into small meatballs, about 3-4 cm in diameter.
3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the meatballs in batches to avoid overcrowding.
4. Cook the meatballs for about 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally until they are browned on all sides and cooked through.
5. While the meatballs are cooking, prepare the spiralized zucchini as a fresh pasta alternative.
6. Once the meatballs are ready, remove them from the skillet and serve over the spiralized zucchini.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 100 mg
• Total Fat: 30 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which supports muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in healthy fats from olive oil and ground beef, promoting satiety and energy.

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