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Keto Spinach Balls Appetizer

These gluten free keto spinach balls are great for when you’re feeling a bit peckish. They also make a fabulous keto appetizer. Only 0.5g net carbs per spinach ball.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 18 balls
Calories: 44 kcal
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: British

Ingredients

  • 6 cups Fresh Spinach Leaves 200g. Makes ⅔ cup (130g) packed cooked spinach ***see notes
  • 3 large eggs beaten
  • ⅔ cup grated cheddar 75g
  • ⅓ cup grated parmesan 25g
  • 1 cup almond flour
  • 2 tablespoon whole psyllium husk or 1 tablespoon psyllium husk powder
  • ⅓ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ⅓ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley chopped (15g)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil ½ in the mix and ½ on top

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the oven to 200C / 400F electric or 180C / 350F fan.
  2. Place the spinach in a large bowl. Cover and microwave on high for 3 minutes until wilted. Alternatively, let the spinach leaves wilt in a pan with a splash of water.
  3. Allow to cool, then squeeze out the water using your hands, a muslin cloth or use strong kitchen roll. You should be left with ⅔ cup (130g) cooked spinach.
  4. Chop the spinach and add it to a large mixing bowl along with all the remaining ingredients - eggs, cheddar and parmesan, almond flour, psyllium husk, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, parsley and ½ tablespoon olive oil. Mix until combined.
  5. Roll the mixture into balls and place on a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Spray the spinach balls with a little olive oil.
  6. Bake for 20 - 23 minutes until golden on top, turning after 15 - 18 minutes.

Notes

  • 5g net carbs per spinach ball. Makes 18 spinach balls. Serves 6 people as an appetizer or snack (1.5g net carbs / 3 balls per serve).
  • ***You can also use frozen spinach, just cook the same way and measure the quantity.
  • Optional: Add a touch of salt to the mixture. I did not feel the need because the cheese is salty in itself.
  • Optional: Add a touch of salt to the mixture. I did not feel the need because the cheese is salty in itself.
  • Tip: If the dough is sticking rub your hands in olive oil first before rolling into balls.
  • Tip: If the dough is sticking rub your hands in olive oil first before rolling into balls.
  • Option to use the air fryer. Air fry at 180C / 350F for about 17-20 minutes. 
  • Serve with:
  • Store in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months. 
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Nutrition Information

Calories 44kcal (2%) Total Carbohydrates 1.2g Protein 2.9g (6%) Fat 3.3g (5%) Saturated Fat 1.4g (7%) Fiber 0.6g (2%) Sugar 0.1g (0%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 18balls

Amount Per Serving

Calories 44

% Daily Value*

Calories 44kcal 2%
Total Carbohydrates 1.2g 0%
Protein 2.9g 6%
Fat 3.3g 5%
Saturated Fat 1.4g 7%
Fiber 0.6g 2%
Sugar 0.1g 0%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.