Keto Air Fryer Veggie Balls

Keto Air Fryer Veggie Balls are a flavorful and delicious recipe while remaining low-carb. We make these balls with several ingredients, such as almond flour, garlic powder, cauliflower florets, bell pepper, mozzarella cheese, black pepper, Italian seasoning, salt, Olive oil,  Parmesan cheese, zucchini, egg, and green onion. These components are simple and basic, so they can be simply obtained from stores and supermarket markets and will be kept in your pantry. This dish is prepared properly ahead of time and requires easy preparation methods. This dish will need around twenty-seven minutes to prepare the balls without any issues. Keto Air Fryer Veggie Balls are ideal for weekend parties, lunches, brief events, and evenings. These balls have 180 kcal of caloric content and 3 g of net carbs in one portion size.  Serve them with marinara sauce and cream cheese.

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STATISTICAL OVERVIEW:

• Diet: Keto
• Course: Snack, Appetizer
• Prep duration: 15 minutes
• No. of Calories: 180 kcal
• Cuisine: International
• Cook time: 12 minutes
• Single portion size: 5 veggie balls
• Cooking mode: Air Fryer
• Total servings: 4
• Difficulty level: Easy
• Total time: 27 minutes

TOOLS:

• Knife
• Grater
• Cutting board
• Mixing bowl
• Measuring spoons and cups
• Air fryer

INGREDIENTS:

• One big egg
• 1/2 cup of almond flour
• Olive oil spray
• 1/2 tsp of salt
• Half a cup of grated mozzarella cheese
• 2 tbsps of finely sliced green onion
• 1 cup of grated and squeezed dry zucchini
• Half a tsp of garlic powder
•  One-fourth cup of finely chopped bell pepper
• 2 tbsps of grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 tsp of Italian seasoning
• One cup of finely chopped or riced cauliflower florets
• 1/4 tsp of black pepper

INGREDIENT NOTES AND THEIR KETO SUBSTITUTIONS:

MOZZARELLA CHEESE:

• This cheese helps to bind all the vegetable balls and gives them a structure. For the same texture and melting, we can use the Gouda, cheddar, or provolone instead.

ZUCCHINI:

• It is a low-carb ingredient that includes the moisture content in this dish. I replace it with the grated cucumber, spinach, or cabbage.

ALMOND FLOUR:

• This flour works as a binding component while adding a nutty taste. You can utilize the coconut flour in a small quantity as a replacement.

EGG:

• It is an important ingredient that helps to retain the texture well. It can be substituted with the psyllium husk or silken tofu for a non-dairy version, which will make a slight alteration in texture.

CAULIFLOWER:

• Cauliflower helps to give a structure without adding carbs. I utilize the finely chopped or riced broccoli florets in place of it as an alternative.

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INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Warm the empty oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. Put the grated zucchini in a cloth and remove the extra moisture content from it.
3. Mix the green onion, zucchini, bell pepper, and cauliflower in a vessel.
4. Stir all the seasonings, almond flour, egg, and cheeses till they are properly mixed.
5. Make equal-sized balls of the mixture.
6. Use the olive oil to gently coat the air fryer basket.
7. Place the veggie balls in a layer and leave space between them.
8. Air-fry them till they firm up and become golden brown, for twelve minutes.

TIPS:

• Avoid crowding the air-fryer basket too much.
• Reduce the moisture content of the veggies and completely dry them.
• Make equal-sized balls for uniform cooking.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

SAUCES & DIPS:

• Garlic Aioli
• Avocado Dip
• Marinara Sauce
• Tzatziki
• Ranch Dressing

SIDES & SALAD:

• Caesar Salad
• Keto Greek Salad
• Steamed or roasted asparagus
• Sautéed spinach with garlic

MAIN PAIRINGS:

• Zucchini noodles with pesto
• Cauliflower rice pilaf
• Keto Alfredo pasta
• Grilled chicken or fish

SNACK OPTIONS:

• Celery sticks
• Cream cheese
• Pair with olives and pickles
• Cheese platter

STORAGE INFORMATION:

REFRIGERATION:

• Keep them in a closed dish and store them for four days.

FREEZING:

• Store the cooked veggie balls in a tight vessel for two months.

FAQs:

Can we utilize the proteins in this dish?

• Yes, add the cooked, crumbled sausage, turkey, or finely chopped cooked chicken, which also works perfectly.

Will I prepare them in the oven?

• Yes, you may oven bake it for 20 minutes at 400 degrees F.

May I use a different kind of herbs or spices?

• Yes, use the basil, cumin, paprika, or parsley that doesn’t add carbs and improves the flavor.

Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS

NUTRITIONAL FACTS:

No. of calories: 180 kcal

Sodium: 320 mg

Net carbs: 3 g

Fiber: 2 g

Sugar: 1 g

Fats: 14 g

Proteins: 9 g

One single portion: 5 veggie balls

Total carbs: 5 g