Chimichurri Meatballs Recipe
Ingredients
For the Meatballs:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Chimichurri Sauce:
- 1 cup fresh parsley chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
Instructions
Preheat oven:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Make the meatballs:
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix until combined.
- Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake:
- Bake the meatballs for 15-20 minutes, until golden brown and cooked through.
- Make the chimichurri sauce:
- In a small bowl, mix together parsley, cilantro, minced garlic, red wine vinegar, salt, black pepper, olive oil, and red pepper flakes (if using) until well combined.
Serve:
- Drizzle chimichurri sauce over the meatballs or serve it as a dipping sauce.
Notes
These Chimichurri Meatballs bring a burst of fresh, herby flavor and are perfect for appetizers or mains! 🍖