Try this low carb parmesan meatball casserole recipe!
They say all casseroles are pretty much the same, but I disagree. Casseroles are definitely different! What really makes a casserole stand out from the rest really comes down to the flavor–and this recipe certainly has that! Parmesan meatball casserole isn't your run-of-the-mill, toss everything together and hope for the best, type of dish. Instead, it's a perfectly layered meal complete with meatballs, sauce, and ooey-gooey cheese. This is a recipe that really gets your tastebuds watering just talking about it!
The meatballs are the showstopper in this meal. Beef, sausage, zucchini, and mozzarella are the primary ingredients that make the meatballs the hearty deliciousness that they are! I am a true believer that the best meatballs are made with a combination of meats, not just ground beef. You need more than one kind of meat to make meatballs that really stand out and have that restaurant-worthy taste. Any great restaurant out there is making meatballs with a mix of ingredients, I know that is true! Add in some minced garlic, dried basil, and even more cheese, and you have a meal that's fit for a king! The meatballs themselves are delicious, but topping it with a tasty sauce and finishing it off with melted cheese really brings the entire recipe together.
Low carb doesn't have to mean flavorless, and parmesan meatball casserole certainly proves that! There is more flavor in one bite of this keto casserole than in hundreds of non-keto recipes! Most spices and herbs do not have excess carbs and, when you take the typical breadcrumbs out of the meatballs, you have a flavor-packed, tender meatball that will fit right into your diet. You are sure to walk away from the table totally satisfied from your stomach to your taste buds.
We can't forget to talk about the cheese in this recipe. We use mozzarella and parmesan cheese in our recipe, giving you a great, authentic Italian taste. Cheese is also a great way to add taste to a keto recipe. Cheese is tasty, salty, and full of fats which we all know are essential on a keto diet! You can also mix in some ricotta cheese, layering a little bit into the casserole to give some extra Italian cheesy goodness. Yum! Serve this keto meatball casserole with a tasty side salad or sandwiched into a keto roll. It is great no matter how you eat it!
If you want a fantastic casserole recipe that will bring a smile to your face, then this is the meal you've been waiting on! Keep it keto and delicious with this easy-to-follow recipe. In just under one hour you can be sitting down to your very own plate of this deliciousness! This six-serving meal is perfect for your family or a small get together with friends. We love it in the winter when you are likely craving a hearty, warm meal but aren't meatballs good any time of the year? Yes! The choice is yours! Try this meal ASAP and don't forget to share it with the other low carb foodies in your life.
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- 1 pound ground beef (80% lean)
- 1 pound ground pork sausage
- 1 cup shredded zucchini (squeezed to remove moisture)
- 3 cups shredded mozzarella (divided)
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese (divided)
- 1 large egg (whisked)
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 2 teaspoons dried basil
- 1 cup no sugar added pasta sauce
- salt and pepper
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and lightly grease a 9x13-inch glass baking dish with cooking spray.
- Combine the beef, sausage, zucchini, 1 cup mozzarella, and ¼ cup parmesan in a mixing bowl.
- Add the egg, garlic, and spices then stir until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into 24 meatballs and arrange them in the baking dish.
- Bake for 30 minutes until the meatballs are done then drain the liquid from the dish.
- Pour the sauce over the meatballs and top with the remaining cheese.
- Bake for 10 to 15 minutes until the cheese is melted then broil for a few minutes to brown it.
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Dr. Rosmy Barrios, MD is an aesthetic medicine specialist whose work focuses on patients who are treated for obesity, metabolic syndrome, and other weight-related issues through nutritional analysis, keto diet programs, and supporting medications.
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