Easy Meatballs Topped with Guacamole
Elevate your meatball game with this irresistible recipe for Easy Meatballs Topped with Guacamole. Juicy and flavorful, these oven-baked meatballs are made with a savory blend of ground beef and pork, Parmesan cheese, and Italian herbs, then browned to perfection for added depth. The real star, however, is the creamy homemade guacamole, featuring ripe avocados, zesty lime juice, and fresh cilantro, delivering a delightful burst of freshness. Perfect as a crowd-pleasing appetizer or paired with rice or tortillas for a hearty main course, this 45-minute dish combines comforting flavors with a vibrant Tex-Mex twist. Whether you're hosting or meal-prepping, these guacamole-topped meatballs are a surefire hit for any occasion!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground beef (80% lean)
- 0.5 lb Ground pork
- 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 large Egg
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 0.25 cup Onion, finely chopped
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 2 medium Avocados, ripe
- 1 tbsp Lime juice
- 2 tbsp Cilantro, chopped
- 0.25 cup Tomato, finely diced
- 0.25 tsp Salt (for guacamole)
- 0.25 tsp Chili powder (optional, for guacamole)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with foil and lightly grease it with olive oil or cooking spray.
In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, chopped onion, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined but do not overmix to avoid dense meatballs.
Shape the mixture into 1.5-inch meatballs. You should have approximately 20 meatballs.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Working in batches, brown the meatballs on all sides, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer the browned meatballs to the prepared baking sheet.
Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 15 minutes or until they are fully cooked (internal temperature of 160°F/71°C).
While the meatballs are baking, prepare the guacamole. In a medium bowl, mash the ripe avocados using a fork until smooth but slightly chunky.
Stir in lime juice, chopped cilantro, diced tomato, salt, and optional chili powder. Adjust seasoning to taste and set aside.
Once the meatballs are cooked, transfer them to a serving platter. Top each meatball with a dollop of guacamole using a spoon or piping bag.
Serve immediately as an appetizer or pair with rice or tortillas for a satisfying main dish. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2998 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 228.5 g | 293% | |
| Saturated Fat | 71.0 g | 355% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 757 mg | 252% | |
| Sodium | 3497 mg | 152% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 80.8 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.8 g | 89% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.1 g | ||
| Protein | 164.7 g | 329% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 498 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 17.5 mg | 97% | |
| Potassium | 2891 mg | 62% | |
*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.
