I didn’t feel like eating another boring diet meal, So I made a smoked keto meatloaf on the smoker-and this one actually delivers.
This ended up being one of those things that just fits—low carb, filling, and actually tastes like real food.
No overthinking it.
What You’ll Need
- 2 lbs 80/20 ground beef
- 1 cup keto breadcrumbs
- 2 eggs
- ½ cup sugar-free ketchup (plus more for the top)
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt & pepper
How I Do It
1. Smoker at 225°
Use whatever wood you’ve got.
2. Mix everything
All in one bowl. Hands. Done.
3. Form the loaf
Put it on a tray or straight on the grates (I go grates for more flavor).
4. Smoke it – 2½ hours
Leave it alone. This isn’t a rush.
5. Add ketchup on top
Another 30 minutes to set it.
6. Pull at 160°
Let it sit 10 minutes, then slice.
What You Get
- Smoky flavor all the way through
- Slight crust on the outside
- Juicy inside
Doesn’t feel like you’re “on a diet.”
Real Talk
This is the kind of meal that makes it easier to stay consistent.
You’re not forcing it—you actually want to eat it.
And yeah… leftovers are even better the next day.
Macros (rough)
- ~400 calories
- ~28g protein
- ~30g fat
- ~3–4 net carbs
What I Use
Pitboss Smoker – This the smoker I have. I LOVE this thing!!
Pitboss thermometer So you know when its done, and not under, or overcooked.
Keto breadcrumbs – I use these all the time. It’s handy to have them around.
No sugar added ketchup – This is another one of those ingredients that are good to have on hand.
Easy Upgrades (if you want)
- Add cheese inside
- Wrap it in bacon
- Mix in jalapeños
Or just keep it simple. That’s the point.
If you’re trying to get back on track, meals like this make a difference.
No extremes. Just something you’ll actually stick with.