Simple FODMAP-Friendly Meatballs with Marinara Sauce

These simple FODMAP-friendly meatballs are the perfect weeknight meal. They're made with ground turkey or chicken, almond flour, and Parmesan cheese, and they're simmered in a low-FODMAP marinara sauce. The meatballs are moist and flavorful, and the sauce is rich and tangy. Serve them with your favorite low-FODMAP pasta or rice.

I developed this recipe a few years ago when I was first diagnosed with IBS. I was struggling to find recipes that were both low-FODMAP and delicious, and I was getting really tired of eating the same old boring meals. One day, I decided to experiment with making my own meatballs, and these were born. They were a hit with my family and friends, and I've been making them ever since.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 25 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground turkey or chicken
• 1 egg
• 1/2 cup almond flour
• 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1/4 cup chopped parsley
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1/2 cup low-FODMAP Marinara sauce
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. In a bowl, combine turkey, egg, almond flour, parmesan, onion, parsley, garlic, and Italian seasoning.
3. Stir until well combined.
4. Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs.
5. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
6. Brown the meatballs on all sides.
7. Pour the marinara sauce over the meatballs.
8. Bring to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes.
9. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
10. Serve with your favorite low-FODMAP pasta or rice.

Why It Works

• The almond flour gives the meatballs a nice texture and helps them to hold together.
• The Parmesan cheese adds a rich, salty flavor.
• The marinara sauce is simmered for a long time, which allows the flavors to develop and deepen.
• Baking the meatballs in the oven helps to keep them moist and juicy.