NUTRITION

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

5 oz ground beef (93% lean)

1 large egg

1 tbsp almond flour

1 tbsp grated parmesan cheese

0.5 tsp garlic powder

0.5 tsp onion powder

0.25 tsp sea salt

0.25 tsp black pepper

0.25 tsp extra virgin olive oil

0.25 cup marinara sauce

1.5 cup zucchini noodles

1 tsp fresh basil

PREPARATION

• 1

  In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, egg, almond flour, parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, sea salt, and black pepper.

• 2

  Gently mix with your hands until just combined then roll the mixture into 1.5-inch meatballs.

• 3

  Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and sear the meatballs for 2-3 minutes per side until a golden-brown crust forms.

• 4

  Pour the marinara sauce over the meatballs, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 8-10 minutes until the beef is cooked through.

• 5

  In a separate pan, flash-sauté the zucchini noodles for 2 minutes until just tender but still firm to the bite.

• 6

  Plate the zucchini noodles, top with the meatballs and sauce, and garnish with fresh torn basil.