Keto Gyro Meatballs With Greek Sauce Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat the oven to 400掳F (200掳C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• STEP 2.In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground lamb, onion, garlic, oregano, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
• STEP 3.Shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1-2 inches in diameter, and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
• STEP 4.Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until they are cooked through and browned on the outside.
• STEP 5.While the meatballs are baking, prepare the Greek sauce. In a bowl, combine the yogurt, cucumber, dill, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well to combine.
• STEP 6.Once the meatballs are cooked, remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly. Serve the meatballs with the Greek sauce on the side or drizzled over the top.
• STEP 7.These keto gyro meatballs are best served fresh, but any leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Cooking Tips

• For extra flavor, you can add some chopped fresh mint or parsley to the meatball mixture.
• If you don't have ground lamb, you can use all ground beef or a combination of ground beef and ground pork.
• To make the meatballs ahead of time, you can shape them and refrigerate them for up to 24 hours before baking.

Storage and Serving

• Serve the keto gyro meatballs with a side of salad or in a pita for a complete meal.
• Leftover meatballs can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Reheat the meatballs in the microwave or in a preheated oven until warmed through.