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chimichurri meatballs

Chimichurri Meatballs

These Chimichurri Meatballs are garlicky meatballs with a generous spoonful of bright, herby chimichurri that makes every bite taste like summer on a plate.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 20 Meatballs
Calories 117 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the meatballs:

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1/2 cup Panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 cloves garlic finely minced
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon EACH salt and black pepper

For the chimichurri:

  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1/2 cup fresh parsley
  • 2 cloves garlic chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 3/4 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon EACH salt and black pepper

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic, soy sauce, salt, and pepper.
  • Mix gently just until combined. Don’t overmix, or the meatballs can turn tough.
  • Roll into 1-inch meatballs and place them on the baking sheet. Make sure they aren’t touching. Bake for 12 minutes or until the meatballs reach an internal temperature of 165°F.
  • Meanwhile, mix together all of the ingredients for the chimichurri in a food processor or mini chopper.
  • Serve the chimichurri alongside the meatballs and/or drizzled on top.

Nutrition

Calories: 117kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 24mgSodium: 256mgPotassium: 82mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 0.1gVitamin A: 147IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 13mgIron: 1mg
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