Baked Keto Meatballs
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
305 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Baked Keto Meatballs
Description
This recipe uses 85/15 ground beef mixed gently with mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, minced fresh garlic, kosher salt, black pepper, grated Parmesan, and optional chopped parsley for moisture and flavor. The meat mixture is divided into 20 equal portions and formed into meatballs, then placed on a parchment-lined baking sheet and lightly sprayed with olive oil.
The meatballs bake at 400°F for about 15 minutes until cooked through and lightly browned. For an optional glaze, unsweetened ketchup is combined with sugar-free maple syrup and gently warmed, then the meatballs are briefly tossed in this glaze after baking to add a subtle sweet and tangy finish. The meatballs come out tender due to the mayonnaise and baking method.
Baked Keto Meatballs are a convenient keto-friendly dish that can be made in advance and reheated. They work well as an appetizer, main dish, or protein addition to salads or low-carb sides. The inclusion of Parmesan adds savory depth while the Dijon and garlic provide a mild sharpness.
Tips include substituting garlic powder and dried herbs for fresh alternatives, avoiding extra-lean beef to prevent dryness, and chances to broil briefly for darker browning. The meatballs can be shaped ahead and stored refrigerated. Leftovers keep up to four days refrigerated or three months frozen, and thawing before reheating helps retain texture.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef 85/15, lean
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon garlic minced, fresh
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt or ¼ teaspoon of any other salt, including Morton kosher salt, Diamond Crystal brand
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ cup parmesan grated - not shredded
- ½ cup parsley chopped; optional
- olive oil spray form
For the optional glaze:
- 2 tablespoons ketchup unsweetened
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup sugar-free
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with high-heat-resistant parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, mix the ground beef, mayonnaise, mustard, garlic, salt, pepper, parmesan, and parsley. Mix thoroughly but not excessively, and try to use a light touch. The more you work the meat, the tougher the meatballs.
- Divide the mixture into 20 portions, each weighing about 1 ounce. I use a kitchen scale to make them uniform. But it's fine to eyeball it - divide the mixture into 4 parts, then divide each of these parts into 5 portions.
- Shape the portions into 20 meatballs. Arrange them on the prepared baking sheet. Lightly spray them with olive oil.
- Bake the meatballs until cooked through, for about 15 minutes.
- If using the glaze, mix the ketchup and maple syrup in a medium saucepan while the meatballs are in the oven. 5 minutes before the baking time is done, heat them over very low heat.
- When the meatballs are done, turn the heat off, add them to the glaze, and turn to coat.
- Transfer the meatballs to a serving plate or bowl and brush their tops with the remaining glaze. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Fresh garlic can be substituted with 1 teaspoon garlic powder and parsley with 1 teaspoon dried herbs if needed.
- Use lean ground beef (85/15) or fattier (80/20) for moist meatballs; extra-lean beef tends to be dry.
- Meatballs can be shaped hours ahead and refrigerated, separated by wax paper to prevent sticking.
- For deeper browning, broil meatballs on a foil-lined pan for about 1 minute after baking.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for 3 months; reheat gently to retain moisture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 305 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 5meatballs | |
| Calories | 305kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 1.4g | 0% |
| Protein | 23g | 46% |
| Fat | 22g | 34% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Sodium | 420mg | 18% |
| Fiber | 0.3g | 1% |
| Sugar | 0.5g | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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