Keto Turkey Meatballs with Sauteed Cabbage Side
Delicious turkey meatballs with a healthy cabbage side are one of the best Keto packed lunch ideas you can prepare whether on Keto or not. Ground turkey meatballs are made with spring onions, garlic, and a small amount of red pepper flakes for some extra flavor. We fried them in hot oil, but you can bake them instead. The sauteed cabbage is also super easy to prepare and requires just a few ingredients you probably already have. This fantastic lunch will last for a few days in the fridge, and it’s an ideal Keto packed lunch for the entire family. Garnish with some freshly chopped parsley, and enjoy!
How to Make It
Step 1
Cut the cabbage head in half and remove the outer leaves. Thinly slice the cabbage. Set it aside.
Step 2
Peel and chop the onions. Heat one tablespoon of olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the onions, paprika, ½ teaspoon of salt, and ¼ teaspoon of black pepper. Mix well and cook for 10 minutes.
Step 3
Add the cabbage and pour in the water. You can also use the same amount of chicken or vegetable broth. Stir well and cover with a lid. Cook for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 4
Meanwhile, add the ground turkey to a bowl. Add the olive oil, garlic powder, ½ teaspoon of salt, and red pepper flakes. Mix well.
Step 5
Slice the spring onions. Add the meat mixture and mix well. Optionally, add a few drops of hot sauce.
Step 6
Shape the mixture into 15 equal meatballs. Place them on a large plate. If the mixture seems too dry, you can add some more olive oil.
Step 7
Heat some oil over medium heat. Add the prepared meatballs and fry them for 4-5 minutes, turning occasionally. Repeat with the remaining meatballs.
Step 8
Divide the meatballs and cabbage between your lunch boxes. Optionally, garnish everything with some freshly chopped parsley. Enjoy!
Ingredients
- Cabbage, green, cooked
400 g
- Extra virgin olive oil
1 tbsp
- Onion
100 g
- Paprika
0.5 tsp
- Salt
0.5 tsp
- Black pepper
0.25 tsp
- Water
0.25 cup
- Ground turkey, lean, 7% fat (93% lean meat)
500 g
- Onions Green Spring Or Scallions Raw
2 small (3″ long)
- Extra virgin olive oil
1 tbsp
- Garlic powder
0.5 tsp
- Salt
0.5 tsp
- Chilli Flakes / Red Pepper Flakes
0.5 tsp