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Creamy Tuscan Low-Carb Meatballs

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Creamy Tuscan low-carb meatballs simmered in a rich garlic cream sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and spinach. This comforting one-pan meal delivers classic Italian-inspired flavor while staying gluten-free and low in carbs.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

  • 500 g ground beef or ground chicken
  • 1 large egg
  • 50 g almond flour
  • 40 g grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (for cooking)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 120 g sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 240 ml heavy cream
  • 120 ml chicken broth
  • 50 g grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
  • 60 g fresh spinach leaves
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine ground meat, egg, almond flour, Parmesan, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix until just combined.
  2. Shape the mixture into evenly sized meatballs, about 3 cm in diameter.
  3. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook meatballs for 6–8 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add remaining olive oil and minced garlic. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Add sun-dried tomatoes and cook for 1 minute.
  6. Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring to combine.
  7. Stir in Parmesan cheese, oregano, and chili flakes if using. Simmer for 4–5 minutes until slightly thickened.
  8. Add spinach and cook until wilted.
  9. Return meatballs to the skillet and simmer for 5 minutes, spooning sauce over them.
  10. Adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper before serving.

Notes

  • Avoid overmixing the meat to keep meatballs tender.
  • Chicken or turkey can be used for a lighter option.
  • Simmer the sauce gently to prevent splitting.
  • Great served with cauliflower rice or zucchini noodles.
  • Sauce thickens more as it cools.

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