Baked Greek Meatballs

These Baked Greek Meatballs are a flavorful and healthy twist on a classic dish, made with fragrant herbs and spices. Perfectly baked, they are juicy, tender, and low in carbs, making them an ideal keto-friendly meal.

Ingredients

• Ground beef - 300 grams
• Ground lamb - 100 grams
• Almond flour - 50 grams
• Egg - 1 large
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Fresh mint - 1 tablespoon, chopped
• Oregano - 1 teaspoon, dried
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Feta cheese - 50 grams, crumbled
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground lamb, almond flour, egg, minced garlic, chopped parsley, chopped mint, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
3. Mix the ingredients thoroughly until well combined. Be careful not to overmix.
4. Fold in the crumbled feta cheese gently until evenly distributed.
5. Using your hands, form the mixture into meatballs, about 4 cm in diameter, and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
6. Drizzle the olive oil over the meatballs.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and golden brown.
8. Remove from the oven and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 360
• Protein: 28 g
• Carbs: 5 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 110 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which supports muscle growth and repair.
• Contains healthy fats that are beneficial for heart health.

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