These Keto Dill Pickle Stuffed Meatballs have a juicy texture, cheesy center, and delicious tangy pickle flavor. We prepare these meatballs with dill pickles, cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, almond flour, egg, garlic, fresh dill, onion powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, ground beef, salt, and oregano. These meatballs contain about 360 calories and 4 g of total carbs. These meatballs take almost 45 minutes to prepare. These Keto Dill Pickle Stuffed Meatballs are excellent for appetizers, snacks, lunch, dinner, family meals, game days, and weekly meal prep. You can serve these meatballs with Garlic Butter Broccoli, Cucumber Avocado Salad, Cauliflower Mash, Creamy Coleslaw, or Roasted Asparagus.
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STATS:
- Course: Appetizer, Main Course, Snack
- No. of Calories: 360 kcal
- Diet: Keto
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cuisine: American
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Portion Size: 4 meatballs
- Cooking Mode: Oven
- Total Servings: 6
- Difficulty Level: Easy
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Total Carbs: 4 g
TOOLS:
- Bowl
- Sheet
- Baking paper
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Meat thermometer
- Dish
INGREDIENTS:
KETO DILL PICKLE MEATBALLS:
- 1½ lb ground beef
- ¾ cup dill pickles
- 1 cup cheddar cheese
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup almond flour
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tbsp dill
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp oregano
CREAMY DILL PICKLE SAUCE:
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup sour cream
- 2 tbsp dill pickle juice
- 1 tbsp dill
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp black pepper
INGREDIENT NOTES:
GROUND BEEF:
- We utilize ground beef because it provides a juicy texture and rich savory flavor to the meatballs. As a further choice, you might use ground turkey or chicken.
DILL PICKLES:
- Dill pickles provide the signature tangy flavor and moisture to these meatballs. We recommend using unsweetened, low-carb dill pickles. You can use finely chopped cucumber pickles as an alternative.
CHEDDAR CHEESE:
- In addition to giving the meatballs a delicious, cheesy flavor, cheddar cheese keeps them soft. As a substitute, you can use Monterey Jack or mozzarella cheese.
PARMESAN CHEESE:
- Parmesan provides a savory flavor and helps bind the meatball mixture. You can replace it with finely grated Romano cheese.
ALMOND FLOUR:
- We utilize finely ground almond flour instead of breadcrumbs to keep the meatballs low in carbohydrates. As a substitute, you can use sunflower seed flour for a nut-free option.
EGG:
- The egg keeps the meatballs firm and aids in binding every element together. As an alternative, you can use a suitable egg replacement, although the texture may vary.
GARLIC AND DILL:
- Garlic and fresh dill provide aromatic and fresh flavors that complement the dill pickles. You can use dried dill and garlic powder when fresh ingredients are unavailable.
MAYONNAISE AND SOUR CREAM:
- Mayonnaise and sour cream create a creamy, tangy dipping sauce. Use full-fat mayonnaise and sour cream for a keto-friendly option.
DILL PICKLE JUICE:
- Dill pickle juice adds extra tangy pickle flavor to the sauce. We could utilize a little quantity of lemon juice with dried dill if pickle juice is unavailable.
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INSTRUCTIONS:
- Warm the empty oven to 200°Celcius and coat a tray with baking paper.
- Strain out and finely cut the pickles.
- Stir all the meatball elements in a dish till just blended.
- Make twenty-four meatballs from the mixture and put them on a tray.
- Bake till the inside temperature becomes 71°Celcius, for almost twenty minutes.
- Whisk every dipping-sauce element in a small dish.
- Leave the meatballs for almost five minutes and serve with the sauce.
TIPS:
- Strain out the pickles perfectly before including them in the beef mixture.
- Avoid mixing the ground beef too much, as the meatballs will be dense.
- Prepare all the meatballs same in size so they cook evenly.
- Include cayenne or red pepper flakes to get a spicy flavor.
- We utilize a meat thermometer to monitor that the meatballs are completely cooked.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
SALADS:
- Cucumber Avocado Salad
- Greek Salad
- Caesar Salad
- Creamy Coleslaw
- Avocado Cucumber Salad
VEGETABLES:
- Garlic Butter Broccoli
- Roasted Asparagus
- Parmesan Zucchini
- Sautéed Spinach
- Roasted Brussels Sprouts
DIPS & SAUCES:
- Ranch Dressing
- Garlic Aioli
- Jalapeño Mayo
- Avocado Lime Dip
- Creamy Herb Dip
SIDES:
- Cauliflower Mash
- Cauliflower Rice
- Zucchini Fries
- Garlic Mushrooms
- Cheesy Cauliflower Bake
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Put the cooked meatballs in a sealed box and refrigerate for a maximum of 4 days.
FREEZER:
- Store the cooled meatballs for 3 months.
FAQs:
Could we prepare these meatballs by air frying?
- Yes, you can air-fry the meatballs at 375°Fahrenheit for almost sixteen minutes.
May we prepare these meatballs spicier?
- Yes, you can use finely chopped jalapeño, red pepper flakes, or cayenne pepper in the mixture.
Will we prepare these meatballs earlier?
- Yes, you can make and shape the meatballs earlier and refrigerate them for one day before baking.
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NUTRITIONAL FACTS:
No. of Calories: 360 kcal
Sodium: 700 mg
Net Carbs: 3 g
Fiber: 1 g
Sugar: 1 g
Fats: 28 g
Proteins: 24 g
Portion Size: 4 meatballs
Total Carbs: 4 g