Keto Gemista

Keto Gemista is a delightful Greek pasta dish that combines zucchini noodles with a rich filling of ground meat, herbs, and spices, creating a low-carb alternative to traditional stuffed vegetables. This dish is not only flavorful but also satisfies your cravings without compromising your ketogenic lifestyle.

Ingredients

• Zucchini - 2 medium
• Ground beef - 200 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion - 1 small, diced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Tomato paste - 2 tablespoons
• Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Feta cheese - 50 grams, crumbled
• Water - 1/2 cup

Steps

1. Spiralize the zucchini using a spiralizer to create zucchini noodles and set aside.
2. In a pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat and add the diced onion, cooking until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
3. Add the minced garlic to the pan and sauté for another minute until fragrant.
4. Stir in the ground beef, breaking it apart with a spoon, and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
5. Mix in the tomato paste, oregano, salt, black pepper, and water. Simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
6. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped parsley and crumbled feta cheese.
7. In another pan, lightly sauté the zucchini noodles in a little olive oil for about 2-3 minutes until just tender, then season with salt and pepper.
8. Serve the zucchini noodles topped with the beef filling mixture.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 32 g
• Carbs: 8 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 650 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 30 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for a ketogenic diet.
• Rich in protein and healthy fats, supporting muscle maintenance and satiety.

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