Meatballs Appetizer

Elevate your appetizer game with these irresistible homemade Meatballs Appetizers, a crowd-pleasing dish perfect for any gathering. Made with a flavorful blend of ground beef and pork, these tender, juicy meatballs are infused with Parmesan cheese, fresh parsley, and a hint of garlic, ensuring every bite is bursting with savory goodness. A touch of breadcrumbs and milk ensures a soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture, while a quick sear in olive oil creates a beautifully golden crust. Served alongside a rich marinara sauce for dipping, these bite-sized treats are ideal for parties, game days, or casual snacking. Ready in just 45 minutes, these versatile meatballs are a must-try for anyone looking to impress with classic comfort food simplicity.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 500 g Ground beef
• 250 g Ground pork
• 100 g Breadcrumbs
• 50 g Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 large Egg
• 60 ml Milk
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 250 ml Marinara sauce (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, milk, minced garlic, parsley, salt, and black pepper.

Step 2

Using clean hands, gently mix the ingredients together until just combined. Be careful not to overmix as it can make the meatballs dense.

Step 3

Scoop out about 1 tablespoon of the mixture and roll it between your palms to form a ball. Repeat with the remaining mixture until all meatballs are formed.

Step 4

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 5

Add the meatballs in batches, ensuring they don’t touch each other, and cook for 7-8 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides and cooked through.

Step 6

Remove the meatballs from the skillet and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil.

Step 7

Optionally, warm the marinara sauce in a saucepan over low heat and serve alongside the meatballs as a dipping sauce.

Step 8

Arrange the meatballs on a platter with toothpicks for easy serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1317.7 grams (1317.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2979

Total Fat 202.10g	259%
Saturated Fat 73.50g	368%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.60g
Cholesterol 832mg	277%
Sodium 6408mg	279%
Total Carbohydrate 109.40g	40%
Dietary Fiber 8.30g	30%
Total Sugars 26.50g
Protein 196.10g	392%

Vitamin D 81IU	405%
Calcium 929mg	71%
Iron 19mg	107%
Potassium 2274mg	48%

*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: 59.8%

Protein: 25.8%

Carbs: 14.4%