Description
Low Carb Ricotta Meatballs are a flavorful and satisfying dish that combines tender ground beef and creamy ricotta cheese, all infused with aromatic garlic and fragrant basil. These meatballs are baked to perfection, creating a golden-brown exterior while remaining juicy inside. Perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings, they pair beautifully with marinara sauce or can be enjoyed on their own. Experience the joy of cooking with this easy recipe that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup fresh ricotta cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup almond flour
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, mix ground beef, ricotta cheese, minced garlic, Parmesan cheese, egg, almond flour, salt, and pepper until just combined.
- Shape the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs.
- Arrange the meatballs on a lined baking sheet with space between them.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve with marinara sauce or enjoy plain with fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 40mg