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Creamy Tuscan Low Carb Meatballs

Creamy Tuscan Low Carb Meatballs: Guilt-Free Comfort in Every Bite

Enjoy delicious Creamy Tuscan Low Carb Meatballs that marry rich flavors with guilt-free goodness, perfect for your keto lifestyle.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound Ground Beef or Turkey Choose ground turkey for a lighter option.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Can substitute with fresh garlic.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Adjust to taste for milder flavor.
  • ½ cup Almond Flour Coconut flour can serve as a substitute.
  • 1 large Egg For egg-free option, use unsweetened applesauce.
  • 2 teaspoons Italian Seasoning Customize with personal spice blends.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Half-and-half can be a lighter alternative.
  • ½ cup Chicken Broth Substitute with vegetable broth for a vegetarian option.
  • ½ cup Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast can replace for a dairy-free version.
  • 1 cup Spinach Can be swapped for kale or other greens.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Basil Dried basil works in a pinch but use less.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • baking sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef or turkey, garlic powder, onion powder, almond flour, egg, and Italian seasoning. Mix thoroughly until well incorporated.
  2. Shape the meat mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and place them on a plate or baking sheet.
  3. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs in batches and cook for about 8-10 minutes until browned on all sides.
  4. In the same skillet, pour in heavy cream and chicken broth. Stir well and add Parmesan cheese, spinach, and fresh basil, cooking until spinach wilts.
  5. Gently place the cooked meatballs back into the skillet with the creamy sauce, allowing them to simmer together for 2-3 minutes.
  6. Sprinkle additional grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil over the top before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These meatballs are perfect for meal prep and fit well within a keto diet. Store in an airtight container for best results.

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