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Meatballs with Chimichurri Sauce

Savory Meatballs with Chimichurri Sauce for Easy Weeknight Bliss

This recipe for Meatballs with Chimichurri Sauce offers a flavorful, dairy-free option that's quick to prepare for dinner or as an appetizer.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Argentinian
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 16 ounces Frozen Angus Beef Meatballs Substitute with homemade if preferred
For the Chimichurri Sauce
  • 4 cloves Garlic Use fresh for optimal taste
  • 1 cup Italian Flat Leaf Parsley Curly parsley works as a substitute
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Cilantro Can be omitted or substituted with green onions
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Coarsely Ground Black Pepper Freshly ground is best
  • 2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar White wine or apple cider vinegar are substitutes
  • 1/2 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil Avocado oil can be lighter alternative

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Food Processor
  • Baking Sheet
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Spread the meatballs on a baking sheet and bake for about 20 minutes until heated through.
  2. Chop the garlic in a food processor until finely chopped.
  3. Add parsley, cilantro, salt, and pepper to the processor and pulse until the herbs are finely chopped.
  4. Pour in red wine vinegar and slowly drizzle in olive oil while pulsing until combined.
  5. After the meatballs are done, transfer them to a bowl and mix with more than half of the chimichurri sauce.
  6. Plate the meatballs and drizzle with remaining chimichurri sauce before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 4meatballsCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 20gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Let chimichurri sit for 15 minutes to enhance flavors. Store cooked meatballs for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

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