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Meatballs with Chimichurri Sauce

Savory Meatballs with Chimichurri Sauce in 30 Minutes!

Delicious meatballs paired with vibrant chimichurri sauce, perfect for a quick and crowd-pleasing dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American, Argentinian
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 package Frozen Fully Cooked Angus Beef Meatballs Using homemade meatballs elevates freshness.
For the Chimichurri Sauce
  • 3 cloves Garlic Try roasted garlic for a sweeter note.
  • 1 cup Italian Flat-Leaf Parsley Substitute cilantro for a different herbaceous flavor.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Leaves Replace it with more parsley if desired.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust for dietary needs.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper Omit for a milder taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar Apple cider vinegar works as a substitute.
  • 1/2 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil Try avocado oil for a different twist.
Serving Suggestions
  • 1 loaf Crusty Bread Perfect for dipping.
  • 2 cups Rice or Quinoa Serve over for a complete, satisfying dish.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • food processor
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange the frozen meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake them for 15-20 minutes, or until heated through and slightly toasted.
  2. While the meatballs are baking, add the garlic to your food processor and pulse until finely chopped. Add the parsley, cilantro, salt, and pepper; pulse until everything is mixed and chopped up nicely.
  3. Drizzle in the red wine vinegar while continuing to process the herb mixture. Gradually pour in the olive oil while the processor is running until the chimichurri emulsifies.
  4. Place the cooked meatballs in a large mixing bowl. Pour more than half of the chimichurri sauce over the meatballs and gently toss until well-coated.
  5. Transfer the coated meatballs to a serving platter. Offer the remaining chimichurri sauce on the side for dipping.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Chop chimichurri finely for a smoother consistency. Allow it to rest before serving to enhance flavor. Store leftovers in the fridge or freezer as necessary.

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