Surprise Meatball Skewers
Step up your barbecue game with these irresistible Surprise Meatball Skewers, a perfect blend of savory, juicy meatballs and colorful, char-grilled vegetables. Featuring a mix of ground beef and pork infused with garlic, parsley, and Parmesan, each meatball hides a gooey mozzarella cheese center—making every bite a delicious surprise! Skewered alongside vibrant cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, and red onion, these skewers elevate both flavor and presentation. Quick to prepare and grill in under 40 minutes, they're a crowd-pleasing choice for summer cookouts, casual dinners, or appetizer platters. Serve with marinara or garlic yogurt sauce for a finishing touch that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g ground beef (80% lean)
- 250 g ground pork
- 120 g shredded mozzarella cheese
- 100 g breadcrumbs
- 50 g grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 2 units garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 250 g cherry tomatoes
- 2 units bell peppers (any color), diced into 1-inch pieces
- 1 unit red onion, diced into 1-inch pieces
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 8 units wooden or metal skewers
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until thoroughly combined.
Divide the meat mixture into 16 even portions. Flatten each portion in your hand, add a small pinch (about 1 tsp) of shredded mozzarella cheese at the center, and wrap the meat mixture around it to form a ball. Ensure the cheese is fully enclosed.
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium heat. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 20 minutes to prevent burning.
Assemble the skewers by alternating stuffed meatballs, cherry tomatoes, diced bell peppers, and red onion pieces. Each skewer should have 2 meatballs and an even mix of vegetables.
Brush the assembled skewers lightly with olive oil to prevent sticking.
Place the skewers on the preheated grill and cook for 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the meatballs are cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F or 74°C) and the vegetables are lightly charred.
Remove the skewers from the grill and let them rest for 2 minutes before serving.
Serve warm as is or with your favorite dipping sauce, such as marinara or garlic yogurt sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3027 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 186.5 g | 239% | |
| Saturated Fat | 75.2 g | 376% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 655 mg | 218% | |
| Sodium | 2939 mg | 128% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 133.1 g | 48% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.2 g | 61% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.5 g | ||
| Protein | 200.7 g | 401% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 1168 mg | 90% | |
| Iron | 19.5 mg | 108% | |
| Potassium | 2810 mg | 60% | |
*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.
