This delicious and healthy lunch recipe is perfect for anyone looking to enjoy a low-carb meal. Our Keto Air Fryer Zucchini Noodles with Meatballs is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables while still enjoying a flavorful and satisfying meal. The zucchini noodles are cooked in the air fryer, giving them a crispy texture, while the meatballs are made with a combination of ground beef and pork for a juicy and flavorful bite. The dish is finished off with a light and flavorful tomato sauce, making it a perfect lunch option for those following a keto diet.
Zucchini Noodles with Meatballs
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 4 medium zucchini, spiralized
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup marinara sauce
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions:
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F.
- In a bowl, mix together the ground beef, egg, almond flour, 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, parsley, garlic, salt, and pepper. Shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1 1/2 inches in diameter.
- Place the meatballs in the air fryer basket and cook for 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket occasionally, until browned and cooked through.
- While the meatballs are cooking, heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the spiralized zucchini and cook for 2-3 minutes, until softened.
- Add the marinara sauce to the skillet and stir to combine. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, until heated through.
- Divide the zucchini noodles and sauce between 4 plates. Top each plate with meatballs and sprinkle with 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese.
Nutritional information per serving (serves 4):
- Calories: 443
- Fat: 32g
- Protein: 30g
- Net carbs: 6g