NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

4 oz ground beef (93% lean)

1 large egg

0.5 tbsp almond flour

1 tbsp fresh parsley

1 clove garlic

0.5 tsp onion powder

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

0.5 cup marinara sauce

1 cup zucchini noodles

0.25 tsp olive oil

PREPARATION

• 1

  Preheat your oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

• 2

  In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, egg, almond flour, minced garlic, chopped parsley, onion powder, salt, and pepper.

• 3

  Gently mix the ingredients by hand until just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat to ensure a tender texture.

• 4

  Roll the mixture into 1.5-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.

• 5

  Roast the meatballs for 15-18 minutes until browned and cooked through to an internal temperature of 160°F.

• 6

  While meatballs roast, heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and briefly sauté the zucchini noodles for 2-3 minutes until just tender.

• 7

  Warm the marinara sauce in a small saucepan over low heat.

• 8

  Plate the zucchini noodles, top with the roasted meatballs, and drizzle with the warm marinara sauce.