This meatball casserole is the kind of comforting, cheesy dinner that makes keto feel indulgent. Packed with turkey, sausage, and hidden veggies, it’s baked in marinara and topped with melty cheese for that perfect finish. A true one-dish wonder for family dinners or weekly meal prep!
For the Meatballs:
1 lb ground turkey
1 lb Italian sausage
1 cup shredded mozzarella
⅓ cup grated or shredded Parmesan
1 cup shredded zucchini (moisture squeezed out)
1 egg
2 tsp dried minced onion
2 tsp dried minced garlic
2 tsp dried basil
1 tsp salt
For the Casserole:
1 cup marinara sauce (sugar-free for keto)
8 oz shredded cheese (mozzarella & provolone mix or similar)
Preheat Oven: Set to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Make Meatballs: In a large bowl, mix all meatball ingredients until just combined. Form into 1½-inch balls.
Bake Meatballs: Place in the baking dish and bake for 20 minutes until mostly cooked through.
Add Sauce & Cheese: Remove dish from oven, pour marinara sauce evenly over the meatballs, and top with shredded cheese.
Finish Baking: Return to oven and bake another 10–15 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
Find it online: https://ketospoonful.com/keto-meatball-casserole/