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Healthy Mozzarella Stuffed Meatballs Recipe

Name: Healthy Mozzarella Stuffed Meatballs Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: PT-492885H41M40S
Total time: PT-492885H41M40S
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 pound lean ground beef or ground turkey; 1 pound ground pork sausage; 0.5 cup almond flour (or grated Parmesan cheese for a nut-free option); 1 large egg; 1 tablespoon dried minced onion; 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon salt; 0.5 teaspoon black pepper; 16 ounces mozzarella cheese (cut into 24 cubes, about 1-inch each)

ByClara Bennett March 24, 2026March 24, 2026

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Introduction

These Healthy Mozzarella Stuffed Meatballs are a delicious and satisfying low-carb meal option. With a gooey cheese center and flavorful, tender meat, they’re perfect for a quick dinner or meal prep.

A white plate holds many round meatballs with a crispy brown outside, scattered with small green herb bits. One meatball in the front is cut open by a silver fork, revealing melted white cheese stretching out. The meatballs are on a bed of bright yellow spaghetti squash strands, and some meatballs have a spread of red tomato sauce. The surface beneath the plate is a white marbled texture. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 pound lean ground beef or ground turkey
1 pound ground pork sausage
0.5 cup almond flour (or grated Parmesan cheese for a nut-free option)
1 large egg
1 tablespoon dried minced onion
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
0.5 teaspoon black pepper
16 ounces mozzarella cheese (cut into 24 cubes, about 1-inch each)

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking sheet or casserole dish with olive oil or cooking spray.
Step 2: In a large bowl, gently combine the ground beef or turkey, sausage, almond flour, egg, dried minced onion, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix just until combined, being careful not to overmix.
Step 3: Using a large cookie scoop or your hands, form 24 meatballs. Press one mozzarella cube into the center of each meatball and carefully seal the meat completely around the cheese. Arrange the meatballs evenly on the prepared baking pan.
Step 4: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and fully cooked. The internal temperature should reach 160°F (71°C).
Step 5: Serve the meatballs hot with low-carb marinara sauce, fresh parsley, or a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese for extra flavor. Enjoy your tasty and healthy meal!

Tips & Variations

For a nut-free option, substitute almond flour with grated Parmesan cheese.
Use turkey meat to keep it leaner and lower in fat.
Add fresh herbs like basil or parsley into the meat mixture for extra freshness.
Try different cheese varieties such as smoked mozzarella or provolone for a flavor twist.

Storage

Store leftover meatballs in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. To reheat, warm them in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes or microwave until hot. They can also be frozen for up to 3 months; thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.