Polpette di Manzo

Polpette di Manzo are savory Italian beef meatballs that are low in carbs and packed with flavor. Perfectly seasoned and easy to make, they offer a delicious twist on traditional burgers while keeping your diet in check.

Ingredients

• Ground beef (80% lean) - 300 grams
• Almond flour - 50 grams
• Parmesan cheese, grated - 30 grams
• Egg - 1 large
• Garlic, minced - 2 cloves
• Fresh parsley, chopped - 2 tablespoons
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons for cooking

Steps

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, almond flour, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, chopped parsley, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
2. Mix the ingredients thoroughly until well combined, using your hands or a spoon.
3. Form the mixture into 4 equal-sized meatballs, about 75 grams each.
4. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the meatballs to the skillet.
5. Cook the meatballs for about 5-6 minutes on each side, or until they are browned and cooked through.
6. Remove the meatballs from the skillet and let them rest for a couple of minutes before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 6 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Low in carbs, making it suitable for low-carb diets.

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