Description
Keto Greek Meatballs (Keftedes) offer a delicious escape to the Mediterranean with every bite. These juicy meatballs are packed with fragrant herbs and spices, creating a symphony of flavor that’s perfect for family dinners or gatherings with friends. Their golden-brown exterior and tender interior make them visually enticing, while their low-carb profile ensures they fit seamlessly into your keto lifestyle. Serve them alongside tzatziki sauce or in a fresh salad for a delightful meal that will leave everyone asking for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground lamb or beef
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 medium red onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup almond flour
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 tsp black pepper (adjust to taste)
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and finely chop the parsley and red onion.
- In a large bowl, combine the ground lamb or beef, parsley, red onion, garlic, egg, almond flour, oregano, salt, pepper, and lemon zest. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and place them on a parchment-lined tray.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add meatballs in batches and cook until browned on all sides (about 5-7 minutes).
- Optional: Add crushed tomatoes over the meatballs and simmer for an additional 10 minutes.
- Let rest briefly before serving with tzatziki sauce or on their own.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 meatballs (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg