Low Carb BBQ Meatballs
Tender, juicy, and packed with smoky-sweet flavor, these Low Carb BBQ Meatballs are the ultimate guilt-free comfort food. Made with a blend of ground beef and pork for the perfect texture, these meatballs are bound with low-carb almond flour and cheesy Parmesan, ensuring they stay keto-friendly without sacrificing taste. A hint of smoked paprika, garlic, and onion powder adds depth, while a luscious coating of low-carb BBQ sauce brings a tangy finish. Ready in just 40 minutes, this easy weeknight recipe is baked to perfection and lightly seared for irresistible caramelized edges. Serve them as an appetizer, snack, or main course alongside your favorite low-carb sides for a deliciously satisfying meal that’s big on barbecue flavor but light on carbs—perfect for keto, paleo, or gluten-free diets!
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Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground beef (80/20 blend)
- 0.5 pound Ground pork
- 0.5 cup Almond flour
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 large Egg
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons Chopped parsley
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 cup Low-carb BBQ sauce
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, almond flour, grated Parmesan cheese, and egg.
Step 3
Add the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and chopped parsley to the bowl. Mix until all ingredients are well incorporated.
Step 4
Using your hands, form the mixture into meatballs, about 1.5 inches in diameter. You should get approximately 20 meatballs.
Step 5
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Step 6
Add the meatballs to the skillet in batches, ensuring they are not overcrowded. Sear each meatball for about 2 minutes on each side until they are browned.
Step 7
Transfer the browned meatballs to the prepared baking sheet.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the meatballs are cooked through.
Step 9
In a saucepan, heat the low-carb BBQ sauce over low heat.
Step 10
Once the meatballs are cooked, remove them from the oven and gently toss them in the warmed BBQ sauce until evenly coated.
Step 11
Serve hot with your choice of low-carb sides or a fresh green salad.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1072.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2549.6 |
| Total Fat 191.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 63.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.3g | |
| Cholesterol 764.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4442.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 32.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 10.0g | |
| Protein 160.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 81.9IU | 0% |
| Calcium 514.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 14.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1301.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories