What’s better than a meatball sandwich? A tiny meatball sandwich, of course! This Keto meatball sliders recipe proves that big flavor can come in a small package. With four mini meatballs on each slider, you’ll savor deliciousness in every bite.
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These meatballs are smothered in a light, tangy tomato sauce that comes together in less than 30 minutes. In fact, the whole meal takes less than an hour to make, so you can enjoy these sliders any night of the week. With only 2 grams net carbs, this is one recipe you don’t want to miss.
The Making of a Low-Carb Meatball Sandwich
To create the perfect Keto meatball sandwich, you’ll need to focus on three essential components: the meatballs, the sauce, and the bread. Here’s how to make each part Keto-friendly:
Meatballs – Ground beef is a Keto staple, but many traditional meatball recipes contain ingredients like bread crumbs that are high in carbs. Our mini meatballs use only beef and seasonings, keeping them simple and low-carb.
Sauce – Most store-bought tomato sauces have added sugar. To avoid this, you can either read labels carefully or make your own. This recipe includes instructions for a quick tomato sauce, but you can also use our traditional tomato sauce recipe. Feel free to customize it with extra oregano or hot pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
Bread – Regular wheat bread is off-limits for Keto diets, but there are plenty of grain-free options. In addition to the bun recipe below, you might want to try grain-free Italian bread or Keto hamburger buns.
Mix Up Your Meatball Sandwich
Don’t stop at just meatballs and tomato sauce; these meatballs can handle a few tasty additions. Keep these in mind when calculating carb counts. Here are some suggestions:
- Add sautéed peppers and onions on top.
- Mix chopped olives into the sauce.
- Sprinkle chopped pepperoni over the sliders.
- Garnish with fresh basil.
- Serve with hot pepper flakes for extra spice.
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How to Make Meatball Sliders
- Preheat Oven: Preheat to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13 pan with foil and spray with cooking spray.
- Warm Meatballs: Warm the meatballs in marinara sauce in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Assemble Sliders: Separate the dinner rolls or hot dog buns. Place one saucy meatball on each bottom roll, top with mozzarella or provolone, then cover with the top roll and press down slightly. Place sliders in the pan.
- Prepare Topping: Melt butter in the microwave, then mix in garlic powder and Italian seasoning. Brush the mixture over the tops of the buns.
- Bake: Cover rolls with foil and bake for 10 minutes or until cheese melts. Remove foil and bake for an additional 2-3 minutes for toasty tops.
Meatball Marinara Sub Recipe
You can use hot dog buns (like Martin’s) cut into thirds for slider buns, making this appetizer super affordable.
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Ingredients
- For the Meatballs:
- 1/2 lb ground beef
- 2 tablespoons parsley, finely diced
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) coconut oil, for cooking
- For the Sauce:
- 1 tomato, diced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) avocado oil, for cooking
- For the Bread:
- Make this microwave Keto bread recipe (2 batches)
Instructions
- Prepare the Bread: Make the Keto bread and slice each batch into 4 slices.
- Make the Meatballs: Mix all meatball ingredients in a bowl. Form small meatballs and fry in coconut oil until cooked.
- Make the Sauce: Sauté diced tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in avocado oil.
- Assemble the Sliders: Place 4 small meatballs on a slice of bread, spoon some sauce over them, and top with another slice of bread. Repeat to make 4 sliders.
Enjoy your delicious, Keto-friendly meatball sliders!
