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    Zucchini & Halloumi Balls

    Published: Jul 14, 2016 · Updated: Jan 19, 2023 by Angela Coleby · This post may contain affiliate links · This blog generates income via ads ·

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    Zucchini and Halloumi cheese are blended together to make flavourful keto halloumi balls.  A low carb and gluten free halloumi appetizer or main course dish.

    These are utterly delicious and gorgeous!  Gorgeous I tell you!  They were much better than I had thought they would be and as ever, easy to make and easier to eat!  

    The fresh herbs really give the zucchini balls a great flavour and could be served simply by themselves. These can be made in the air fryer or fried in a pan. I now prefer the air fryer.

    halloumi balls

    What is Halloumi Cheese?

    If you have not have the pleasure of enjoying halloumi cheese you should look out for it in the stores! Halloumi is a firm cheese that originates from Cyprus and is normally made from sheep's or goat's milk.

    Halloumi cheese is perfect for grilling and it keeps it's shape. The taste is slightly salty with a mild flavour. We call it "squeaky cheese" for the texture it makes against your teeth (but in a good way!).

    Is Halloumi Keto Friendly?

    Initially, you may think that cheese is very low carb but not all cheeses have zero carbohydrates. Some have 2g net carbs a serving but Halloumi cheese is a happy zero carbs making it a great keto ingredient.

    The Ingredients

    The main ingredients to make these keto halloumi balls is zucchini, halloumi, coconut flour and egg to bind with fresh seasonings.

    I use coconut flour to help bind the balls because it acts like a piece of kitchen roll and soaks up any moisture, but another low carb flour such as almond flour could be used instead.

    halloumi balls ingredients

    You could also use this mixture to make keto halloumi fritters by forming the mixture into a patty shape instead.  I do have a vegetarian halloumi burger but that has different flavours.

    How to make keto zucchini balls

    This is an easy recipe that we used to pan fry but now are making them in our air fryer. They take just 10 minutes in the air fryer which is great for a quick appetizer or snack.

    zucchini halloumi process
    1. Grate the zucchini. A medium zucchini should give you 10oz.
    2. Place the grated zucchini in a colander and sprinkle with salt to remove the excess water. Sit for 30 minutes.
    3. Squeeze out the water in either a nut bag or cheesecloth.
    4. Mix all the ingredients in a large bowl until you have a pliable mixture. Add more coconut flour if required.
    5. Scoop into balls.
    6. Place in the air fryer and cook for 10 minutes. Or you can shallow fry them in a large skillet.

    How To Serve Keto Zucchini Halloumi Balls

    These are delicious served as an appetizer with a dipping sauce or homemade low carb mayonnaise. Try our green goddess dressing or blue cheese dressing.

    For a main course, a low carb marinara sauce or a keto alfredo sauce goes great with them. Low carb noodles or cauliflower rice make for a hearty meal too.

    keto zucchini halloumi balls

    Recipe Tips

    When squeezing the water out of the zucchini, make sure you get every drop out. If the zucchini is too wet, the balls may fall apart.

    Try other seasonings. Cumin and coriander would give the balls a more Middle Eastern flavour.

    These zucchini halloumi balls can be made ahead before air frying or pan frying and stored in the fridge in an air tight container.

    If you have any cooked zucchini balls leftover, store them in the refrigerator in an air tight container. They will last up to 4 days (not in our house!) and can be enjoyed cold or reheated.

    OTHER "MEATBALLS" RECIPES TO TRY:

    Chicken Zucchini Meatballs

    Zucchini Balls in Spicy Coconut Sauce

    Air Fryer Paneer Balls

    Pumpkin Chicken Meatballs

    Eggplant Meatballs

    This recipe was originally posted in July 2016. The photos and content have been updated but the recipe remains the same, apart from adding air frying the halloumi balls.

    This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure policy for more information.

    zucchini halloumi balls

    Zucchini Halloumi Balls

    Angela Coleby
    These keto zucchini halloumi balls are flavored with fresh herbs for a tasty low carb appetize. Or serve these balls with a low carb sauce and noodles. They can be air fried or pan fried.
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 15 mins
    Salting zucchini 30 mins
    Total Time 25 mins
    Course Appetizer, Main
    Cuisine Low Carb, Vegetarian
    Servings 10 Balls
    Calories 101 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 10 oz Zucchini (about 1 medium) grated
    • ¼ Onion finely chopped
    • 2 cloves Garlic minced
    • 4 oz Halloumi cheese grated
    • 1 large Egg beaten
    • 2 tablespoons Mint finely chopped
    • 2 tablespoons Parsley finely chopped
    • 1 tablespoon Thyme finely chopped
    • 1 teaspoon Lemon grated rind
    • 3 tablespoons Coconut flour
    • ½ teaspoon Salt
    • ½ teaspoon Black pepper

    Instructions
     

    • Grate the zucchini and place in a colander, sprinkle with salt and leave for 30 minutes.
    • Squeeze out all of the water from the grated zucchini and place in a bowl.
    • Add the herbs, halloumi, garlic, egg and lemon zest and mix well. Season to taste.
    • Add the coconut flour and if the mixture is not firm enough, add some more!
    • Either using a cookie scoop or your wet hands, roll the mixture into small balls.

    To Air Fry

    • Preheat the air fryer according to the manufacturer's instructions
    • Place the zucchini halloumi balls in the air fryer basket and lightly spray with cooking oil.
    • Cook at 200C/400F degrees for 10 minutes until golden.

    Pan Fry

    • Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a frying pan on a medium heat.
    • Fry the balls for 10 to 15 minutes. Keep turning them until golden brown on all sides.

    Notes

    Makes 10 balls.
    The net carbs will be the total carb count minus the fibre count. Carb count excludes sugar alcohols.
    Any nutritional analysis on the website is based on an estimate, calculated by http://nutritiondata.self.com from the individual ingredients in each recipe. Variations may occur for various reasons, including product availability and food preparation. We make no representation or warranty of the accuracy of this information.
     

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1BallCalories: 101kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 4gFat: 7gFiber: 2g
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    1. Frankie

      February 25, 2022 at 2:09 am

      Hi there, out of curiosity, can these be made with normal flour rather then coconut flour? Is the coconut flour for keto?

      Reply
      • Angela Coleby

        February 25, 2022 at 2:36 pm

        Yes you could. I use the coconut flour for keto but if you are using regular flour you may need to increase the quantity.

        Reply
    2. JR

      November 17, 2021 at 12:47 am

      How many grams is a ‘medium’ zucchini? - approximately. My medium may be your large or small and I want the ratios to be correct.

      Reply
      • Angela Coleby

        November 17, 2021 at 11:36 am

        Hi, it's about 190 grams for a medium zucchini.

        Reply
    3. Marcie Correa

      August 19, 2020 at 3:53 pm

      Hi there! I'm just beginning to assemble the ingredients for dinner tonight, but you don't mention in the directions when to add the onion or if it needs cooking or should go in raw. Since I can't really wait for your response, I am going to put it in raw. I hope that was the right choice!

      Reply
      • Angela Coleby

        August 19, 2020 at 8:15 pm

        It was the right choice! I'll update the recipe card. Thanks for letting me know.

        Reply
    4. Maree

      August 06, 2020 at 9:41 am

      Planning on making these but wondering how you prefer to serve them. What pasta sauce have you pair these with? Or any other suggestions?

      Reply
      • Angela Coleby

        August 06, 2020 at 9:44 am

        I've served them with a marinara sauce and also a coconut curry sauce. Hope you enjoy them!

        Reply
    5. Sim

      December 08, 2019 at 9:12 am

      Can these be eaten cold the next day?

      Reply
      • Angela Coleby

        December 08, 2019 at 11:59 am

        Definitely! They may firm up a bit due to the hardening of the cheese.

        Reply
    6. Rosy

      June 26, 2018 at 4:54 am

      Hi! I'm from Italy and I'd like to know what kind of cheese is Halloumi. Couldn't translate! Thank you

      Reply
      • Angela Coleby

        June 26, 2018 at 6:40 am

        Hi! It's a hard cheese from Cyprus. Here's a link with more information. https://www.cheese.com/halloumi/

        Reply
        • Rosy

          June 27, 2018 at 6:16 am

          Thank you. I don't think I can find it in Italy. I have to choose another cheese. Bye

          Reply
    7. Maree Martin

      April 16, 2018 at 1:27 am

      How many days could you make them before they had to be used??
      Sound amazing

      Reply
      • Angela Coleby

        April 16, 2018 at 9:52 am

        I have found that I will make them, keep in the fridge for at least a few hours (or overnight) to firm up a bit, then bake with them.

        Reply
    8. Sophie

      July 23, 2016 at 9:59 am

      Lovely tasty balls, I have to say! Yummm!

      Reply
      • Angela Coleby

        July 25, 2016 at 1:42 pm

        Thanks!

        Reply
    9. Elaine @ foodbod

      July 14, 2016 at 1:16 pm

      I'd happily eat these with your aubergine dip 🙂 lovely!

      Reply
      • Angela Coleby

        July 14, 2016 at 1:34 pm

        What a great idea! Thanks for the suggestion! Yum!

        Reply
    10. SallyBR

      July 14, 2016 at 2:02 am

      I am still smiling... you know I will HAVE to make this soon! I think Saturday...

      Reply
      • Angela Coleby

        July 14, 2016 at 2:10 am

        Let me know how you get on with it!

        Reply
    11. SallyBR

      July 14, 2016 at 1:15 am

      I've got a severe case of serendipity! Just 10 minutes ago I opened the fridge and saw a package, still closed, of Halloumi cheese, and said to myself - "I need to use it"

      I wanted to find some unusual recipe for it, and there you are, to the rescue!

      too cool for words!

      Reply
      • Angela Coleby

        July 14, 2016 at 1:21 am

        LOL! I'm stalking you! I love it when worlds collide this this! This is actually an old recipe that I've updated and renamed zucchini rather than courgette too!

        Reply

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