Keto Italian Meatballs

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef

• 1/2 cup ground pork rinds (optional)

• 3/4 C. parmesan

• 1 egg

• 1 t. salt

• 1/2 Tbsp Italian Seasoning blend

• 1/2 tsp onion powder

• 1 Tbsp minced garlic (or substitute for garlic powder)

• 1/2 tsp. pepper

• 1 14.5 oz can diced tomatoes

• 1 T. dried parsley

• 16 oz frozen spinach

• 6 oz fresh mozzarella balls

Instructions

1. Combine ground beef, ground pork rinds, parmesan, egg, salt, Italian seasoning, onion powder, garlic, and pepper in a medium bowl. Form the meat mixture into 1.5 inch balls.

2. Heat 3 T olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Saute meatballs until browned on all sides.

3. Add tomatoes and spinach to the skillet, simmer for 10 minutes, stirring frequently.

4. Add fresh mozzarella and let heat until the cheese is melty.

5. Serve over roasted zucchini or cauliflower, or with a green salad.

Nutritional Facts

Yield: 6 servings

Calories: 426

Total Fat: 28.9g

Saturated Fat: 9.1g

Cholesterol: 137mg

Sodium: 1028mg

Total Carbs: 7.6g

Dietary Fiber: 2.3g

Total Sugars: 2.3g

Protein: 39.7