Lemon Olive Bacon Cheese Meatballs
Elevate your meatball game with these Lemon Olive Bacon Cheese Meatballs, a bold and flavorful twist on a classic comfort food. This recipe combines juicy ground beef and pork with crispy bacon, tangy green olives, and the bright zest of lemon for a zesty Mediterranean flair. The addition of mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses ensures each bite is rich and gooey, while breadcrumbs and a touch of garlic bring texture and aromatic depth. These oven-baked meatballs deliver golden perfection in just 25 minutes, making them an irresistible option for weeknight dinners or party appetizers. Serve them warm with a zesty dipping sauce or pair with pasta for a hearty main course. Bursting with savory, zesty, and cheesy goodness, this dish is a surefire crowd-pleaser your family won’t forget! Keywords: Lemon Olive Bacon Cheese Meatballs, savory meatball recipe, Mediterranean-inspired meatballs, cheesy meatball ideas, bacon meatball recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g Ground beef
- 250 g Ground pork
- 6 slices Bacon
- 2 tsp Lemon zest
- 100 g Pitted green olives
- 150 g Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 100 g Breadcrumbs
- 50 g Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 pc Large egg
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Finely chop the bacon slices and pitted green olives. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, chopped bacon, and olives.
Add the lemon zest, shredded mozzarella cheese, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, parsley, salt, and black pepper to the bowl.
Using your hands, gently mix until all the ingredients are evenly combined. Be careful not to overmix as this can make the meatballs tough.
Scoop out portions of the mixture (about 2 tablespoons each) and roll them into evenly sized meatballs. Place them on the lined baking sheet.
Brush each meatball lightly with olive oil. This helps them brown evenly in the oven.
Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until they are golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 70°C/160°F).
Remove the meatballs from the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce or as a main dish with a side of pasta or salad. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3637 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 256.0 g | 328% | |
| Saturated Fat | 98.2 g | 491% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 947 mg | 316% | |
| Sodium | 8405 mg | 365% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 93.0 g | 34% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.3 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.8 g | ||
| Protein | 243.5 g | 487% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 1860 mg | 143% | |
| Iron | 17.2 mg | 96% | |
| Potassium | 1625 mg | 35% | |
*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.
