Italian Meatball Burger

Transform your burger night with this irresistible Italian Meatball Burger recipe! Combining the classic flavors of tender, juicy meatballs with the convenience of a handheld burger, this dish features a savory blend of ground beef and pork, seasoned with garlic, Parmesan, and fresh parsley. Each patty is pan-seared to perfection, topped with gooey melted mozzarella, and smothered in rich marinara sauce. Nestled on toasted buttery buns, these burgers are the ultimate fusion of Italian comfort food and American classics. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing weekend meal, serve these Italian-inspired burgers with crispy fries or a crisp garden salad for an unforgettable feast.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 250 grams Ground beef
• 250 grams Ground pork
• 60 grams Breadcrumbs
• 50 grams Grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 large Egg
• 30 milliliters Milk
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 15 grams Chopped fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 15 milliliters Olive oil
• 240 milliliters Marinara sauce
• 4 slices Mozzarella cheese, sliced
• 4 pieces Burger buns
• 15 grams Unsalted butter

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, milk, minced garlic, parsley, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently with your hands until just combined, being careful not to overwork the mixture.

Step 2

Divide the meat mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each into a patty, about the size of your burger buns.

Step 3

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the patties to the skillet and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until browned and cooked through. Use a meat thermometer to ensure an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).

Step 4

While the patties are cooking, warm the marinara sauce in a small saucepan over low heat.

Step 5

Once the patties are cooked, place a slice of mozzarella cheese on top of each patty. Cover the skillet with a lid for about 1-2 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.

Step 6

Cut the burger buns in half and spread a thin layer of butter on the cut sides. Toast the buns in a separate skillet or under a broiler until golden brown.

Step 7

To assemble the burger, spoon 1-2 tablespoons of warm marinara sauce onto the bottom half of each toasted bun. Place the meatball patty with melted mozzarella cheese on top. Add another 1-2 tablespoons of marinara sauce over the cheese, and then cover with the top half of the bun.

Step 8

Serve immediately with your favorite side dishes, such as crispy fries or a fresh salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1263 grams (1263.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2959

Total Fat 182.00g	233%
Saturated Fat 76.20g	381%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.30g
Cholesterol 784mg	261%
Sodium 6351mg	276%
Total Carbohydrate 145.00g	53%
Dietary Fiber 9.40g	34%
Total Sugars 22.90g
Protein 181.60g	363%

Vitamin D 67IU	337%
Calcium 1530mg	118%
Iron 17mg	96%
Potassium 1106mg	24%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.6%

Protein: 24.7%

Carbs: 19.7%