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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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
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
Finely chop the bacon slices and pitted green olives. Set aside.
Step 3
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, chopped bacon, and olives.
Step 4
Add the lemon zest, shredded mozzarella cheese, breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, parsley, salt, and black pepper to the bowl.
Step 5
Using your hands, gently mix until all the ingredients are evenly combined. Be careful not to overmix as this can make the meatballs tough.
Step 6
Scoop out portions of the mixture (about 2 tablespoons each) and roll them into evenly sized meatballs. Place them on the lined baking sheet.
Step 7
Brush each meatball lightly with olive oil. This helps them brown evenly in the oven.
Step 8
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).
Step 9
Remove the meatballs from the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Step 10
Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce or as a main dish with a side of pasta or salad. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1300.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3636.8 |
| Total Fat 256.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 98.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 5.6g | |
| Cholesterol 947.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 8405.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 93.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 7.8g | |
| Protein 243.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 48.7IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1859.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 17.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1624.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories