These naturally low carb , gluten-free Air Fryer Meatballs are absolutely bursting with taco flavor. They’re quick and easy to make since they’re cooked in the air fryer . Easy, family-friendly, and cheap. Winning combination!
Easy Taco Meatballs
When you think of an appetizer, or at least when I think of them, one of the first recipes that pops into my head is a recipe for meatballs .
I love making a juicy, flavorful, and delicious meatball recipe like these Taco Meatballs . They’re easily the best meatball recipe I’ve made thus far.
It can be difficult to keep meatballs from drying out in the cooking process. It’s important they’re cooked all the way through.
But the beauty of meatballs is that you can make so many different ones, that it keeps things interesting–plus course, it’s easy to make keto meatballs .
Follow my instructions as closely as possible so you can end up with the juiciest meatballs ever.
Why You’re Going To Love These Air Fryer Meatballs
There are two things about these Taco meatballs that make them even better.
- Keto-friendly which means those of us who want to cut carbs can have them with no ill effects. Low carb meatballs? Yes, you heard correctly.
- Air Fryer meatballs . The Air Fryer uses little oil to cook your foods. So, you get that delicious fried flavoring and texture without them being overly greasy.
- Fast . These are done in about 20 minutes start to finish. Can’t even order pizza in that little time!
- Family-friendly . These delicious beef meatballs are easy for kids to hold and eat, and the taco flavor makes them a familiar one for lots of kids.
- Versatile . Yes, this is a great recipe for air fryer meatballs but remember you can also just cook them on the stovetop. Also, they can be served as a main course , not just as an appetizer.
- Base Recipe . It’s a great base recipe for air fryer meatballs. You can add shawarma spice to it. Or you can fashion these out of my recipe for Kheema Meatloaf and make it into kheema meatballs for a faster dinner.
Can You Fry Meat In An Air Fryer?
Yes! You absolutely can. Meats turn out beautifully when made in the air fryer. I love to cook steaks , meatballs , bacon , and even burgers in my air fryer .
What You’ll Need To Make These Taco Balls
The best thing about these Keto Meatballs is how few ingredients you need to make them. And to top that off, the ingredients you need are kitchen staples. So, the chance of you needing to make a special trip to the grocery store to make them is pretty slim.
Even if you do need to make an extra trip, I promise you, they’re worth every bit of effort.
- Lean Ground Beef
- Onions
- Cilantro
- Minced Garlic
- Taco Seasoning
- Mexican Blend Shredded Cheese
- Eggs
How To Make Air Fryer Meatballs
- Place all ingredients in a stand mixer bowl. Using the paddle attachment, beat the mix together until it forms a sticky paste, about 2-3 minutes.
- Form into 12 meatballs. Place meatballs in the air fryer basket. Set the airfryer to 400F for 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, mix together the sauce to serve with the meatballs.
What To Serve With Them
I love how versatile meatballs can be. They can go on top of pasta, be eaten by themselves for easy Keto meals , be served as an appetizer , or even be eaten as a snack .
Of course, if you’re doing keto, I would skip the pasta as it will drop you out of ketosis. No worries though, these meatballs are great for many other options and won’t disappoint.
If you’re looking for a great side option for this dish, check out my Mexican Corn Eloté . It’s sweet, savory, and thanks to your air fryer it’s super easy to make!
Another great side dish option is my Pressure Cooker Refried Beans . This recipe is delicious and so simple, you’ll never want to buy canned refried beans again!
For more of our best taco recipes that are still low carb friendly, check out Tacos de Alambre , Ground Beef Lettuce Wraps , or even Slow Cooker Barbacoa .
How Long Do They Last?
These air fryer meatballs are great for meal prep. Not only are they easy to make and super family-friendly, but they also last up to 5 days in an air-tight container in the refrigerator.
What Are The Best Things To Put In An Air Fryer?
Almost anything you would normally deep fry or cook in the oven is equally delicious made in the air fryer.
From my experience, anything that is naturally rich in fats (such as chicken wings, meatballs, or hamburgers) are some of the best things to make in your air fryer because they stay moist on the inside but are extra crispy on the outside.
If you’re wanting to cook something that isn’t naturally high in fats, consider spraying a small amount of oil over the top for the perfect texture.
Want More Meatball Recipes?
I know I can’t be the only one who absolutely loves meatballs. Meatballs are delicious if they’re made properly and don’t make me feel like I’m swallowing a cotton ball.
- Slow Cooker Cranberry Meatballs - Make delicious party food in just 10 minutes with 6 simple ingredients.
- Keto Turkey Meatballs - So good you won’t even realize they’re made with turkey.
- In the mood for breakfast? Try Keto Sausage Balls .
Air Fryer Meatballs | Keto Taco Meatballs
Equipment
- Measuring Spoons
- Measuring Cups
- KITCHENAID STAND MIXER
- PHILLIPS AIR FRYER
Ingredients
- ▢ 1 pound ( 453.59 g ) Lean Ground Beef
- ▢ 1/4 cup ( 40 g ) onions, chopped
- ▢ 1/4 cup ( 4 g ) Cilantro , chopped
- ▢ 1 tablespoon ( 1 tablespoon ) Minced Garlic
- ▢ 2 tablespoons ( 2 tablespoons ) Taco Seasoning
- ▢ 1/2 cup ( 118.29 g ) Mexican Blend Shredded Cheese
- ▢ 1 ( 1 ) Eggs
- ▢ Kosher Salt
- ▢ Ground Black Pepper
For Dipping Sauce
- ▢ 1/4 cup ( 57.5 g ) sour cream
- ▢ 1/2 cup ( 130 g ) salsa
- ▢ 1-2 ( 1 ) Cholula hot sauce
Instructions
- Place all ingredients in a stand mixer bowl. Using the paddle attachment, beat the mix together until it forms a sticky paste, about 2-3 minutes.
- Form into 12 meatballs. Place meatballs in the air fryer basket. Set the airfryer to 400F for 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile mix together the sauce: in a small bowl, mix together the sour cream, salsa, and hot sauce. Serve with the meatballs.
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Air Fryer Meatballs | Keto Taco Meatballs
Ingredients
- 1 pound Lean Ground Beef
- 1/4 cup onions, chopped
- 1/4 cup Cilantro chopped
- 1 tablespoon Minced Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Taco Seasoning
- 1/2 cup Mexican Blend Shredded Cheese
- 1 Eggs
- Kosher Salt
- Ground Black Pepper
For Dipping Sauce
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup salsa
- 1-2 Cholula hot sauce
Instructions
- Place all ingredients in a stand mixer bowl. Using the paddle attachment, beat the mix together until it forms a sticky paste, about 2-3 minutes.
- Form into 12 meatballs. Place meatballs in the air fryer basket. Set the airfryer to 400F for 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile mix together the sauce: in a small bowl, mix together the sour cream, salsa, and hot sauce. Serve with the meatballs.
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Make an easy 3-ingredient Keto meal out of this Keto Sausage and Broccoli dish. It also makes an excellent simple, versatile, low carb side dish.
What Makes This Keto Sausage and Broccoli Awesome?
- Keto. First of all, and most importantly for anyone trying to limit carbs, is that this Keto Broccoli and Sausage is an easy Keto meal idea.
- Simple. I hesitate to include simple recipes like this because I don’t want people to wonder why they read a blog post to get something this simple. But my readers always tell me how much they appreciate these recipes.
- Variations. It’s all about the variations. Any type of sausage. Any type of low carb frozen veggies. Have at it. This recipe, above all others, will be your go-to when you have zero plans or need easy Keto meals or a good low carb side dish .
How Do You Make Keto Sausage and Broccoli?
- Sausage. Heat a 10 inch skillet over medium high heat. Add oil and when the oil is hot add the sausage. Cook the sausage for about 2-3 minutes until it is browned.
- Broccoli. Add in broccoli and ¼ cup of water and immediately cover with a lid.
- Cook. Remove lid and stir at the 5 minute mark when the broccoli is relatively thawed. Check the broccoli for doneness after 7-8 minutes.
- Peppers. Mix in sliced red bell pepper. You want this a little crunchy which is why you’re mixing it in at the last minute.
- Finish. Add salt, and butter and mix well and serve.
Is Broccoli Keto Friendly?
Yes! Broccoli is one of those awesome dark green vegetables that’s full of wonderful things your body needs, and is also low in carbs.
I have an awesome list ( that you can even print! ) of the best low carb vegetables, fruits and nuts that you should read.
What Sausages Are Keto Friendly?
With how often companies change ingredients, and how many different flavors and varieties there are with sausages, your best bet to figure out which sausages are keto friendly is to check the nutrition facts.
Check the overall carb count, net carbs, and sugars. If the carbs and net carbs fit into your macros and the sugars are minimal, go ahead and indulge.
What Can I Eat for Dinner on a Keto Diet?
Eating Keto is so much more simple than people think. Finding easy Keto meals is not difficult, and in fact, I have more than 70 easy Keto meals you can make in less than 30 minutes !
If you want a breakdown of all of things you can be eating while on Keto, check out my simple guide to eating Keto .
Tips and Tricks for Making Keto Broccoli and Sausage
- Vegetables. Don’t overcook your veggies. I put in the peppers last minute, because you will want them to be crunchy.
- Non-Keto Family. Cooking for family that isn’t Keto? Simply serve this over a bed of rice .
- Variations. Want to mix it up? Sub the vegetables in the recipe for other Keto-friendly vegetables. Another awesome combo for this recipe is chicken sausage and cauliflower .
Want More Easy Keto Meals?
- Cauliflower Mac and Cheese with Bacon and Jalapenos - the best thing you’ll put in your mouth on this side of the carb train!
- Keto Shrimp and Grits - classic comfort food without the carbs.
- Stuffed Poblano Peppers - low carb and absolutely delicious.
- Keto Meatloaf - super simple and all the flavors you love from a classic meatloaf recipe .
- 35+ Five-Ingredient (or Fewer) Easy Keto Dishes - You don’t need a ton of ingredients to make these Easy Keto Meals!
- Low Carb Beef Stroganoff - An easy, low carb meal.
- Sheet Pan Sausage And Veggies - Quick weeknight meal for the family.
Keto Sausage and Broccoli
Equipment
- 12 inch Skillet
Ingredients
- ▢ 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
- ▢ 1 pound smoked sausages , such as Kielbasa or chicken sausage, cut into 1 inch pieces
- ▢ 4 cups Frozen Broccoli , no need to thaw
- ▢ 1/4 cup Water
- ▢ 1 tablespoon Butter
- ▢ 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
- ▢ 1 cup Red Bell Pepper , thinly sliced
Instructions
Heat a 10 inch skillet over medium high heat. Add oil and when the oil is hot add the sausage. Cook the sausage for about 2-3 minutes until it is browned.
Add in broccoli and ¼ cup of water and immediately cover with a lid.
Remove lid and stir at the 5 minute mark when the broccoli is relatively thawed. Check the broccoli for doneness after 7-8 minutes
Mix in sliced red bell pepper. You want this a little crunchy which is why you’re mixing it in at the last minute
Add salt, and butter and mix well. Serve.
Vegetables. Don’t overcook your veggies. I put in the peppers last minute, because you will want them to be crunchy.
Non-Keto Family. Cooking for family that isn’t Keto? Simply serve this over a bed of rice.
Variations. Want to mix it up? Sub the vegetables in the recipe for other Keto-friendly vegetables. Another awesome combo for this recipe is chicken sausage and cauliflower.
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Originally Published March 18, 2020
Don’t forget to check out my other Ketocookbooks.
Keto Instant Pot, Keto Fat Bombs, Sweets, & Treats , and Easy keto in 30 minutes.
