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Keto Greek Meatballs (Keftedes) (Christmas Recipe & Thanksgiving

Irresistibly Juicy Keto Greek Meatballs for Holiday Feasts

Delicious Keto Greek Meatballs (Keftedes) bring festive flavors to your holiday table with a low-carb twist, perfect for Christmas and Thanksgiving.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 meatballs
Course: High-Protein
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb Ground Lamb or Beef Choose lamb for authentic flavor or lean beef for a healthier option.
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Parsley Finely chopped; can substitute with dill or cilantro.
  • 1 medium Onion Finely chopped for even distribution.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Cloves Minced for robust flavor.
  • 2 Eggs At room temperature to bind meatballs.
  • 1/2 cup Almond Flour Low-carb binder to replace breadcrumbs.
  • 1/2 cup Feta Cheese Crumbled, ensure it's keto-compliant.
  • Salt & Pepper Adjust to taste.
For the Sauce (Optional)
  • 1 cup Sugar-Free Marinara Choose a brand with minimal ingredients.
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Extra virgin recommended.

Equipment

  • oven
  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • saucepan

Method
 

How to Make Keto Greek Meatballs
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) for even cooking.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the ground lamb or beef, chopped parsley, finely diced onion, minced garlic, eggs, almond flour, feta cheese, salt, and pepper. Stir until all ingredients are well incorporated.
  3. Shape the mixture into uniform balls, about 1-2 inches in diameter.
  4. Place the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until browned and cooked through (internal temp should reach 160°F/70°C).
  5. While the meatballs bake, warm the sugar-free marinara in a saucepan over low heat.
  6. Serve the meatballs hot, drizzled with the sauce, alongside low-carb sides like zucchini noodles or salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 18gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Garnish with extra crumbled feta and fresh parsley for added flavor.

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