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Greek Meatballs

Thought meatballs were only a staple in Italian cuisine? Well, think again. These gourmet Greek meatballs draw upon feta, green olives and onion for an amazing blend of flavor. Great for an appetizer or to top a salad.
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Course Beef Appetizers, Brunch, Hot Appetizer
Cuisine American, French, German, Greek, International Dishes, Italian

Servings 6 servings
Calories 1668.39 kcal

Ingredients

  

  • 1/2 cup(s) chopped parsley
  • 1 teaspoon(s) dried oregano
  • 3/25 cup(s) finely chopped onion
  • 16 ounce(s) ground lamb or beef
  • 1/2 cup(s) crumbled feta cheese
  • 170 grams green pitted olives- coarsely chopped
  • 2 eggs

Instructions

 

  • Combine all the ingredients with your hands and shape into 16 meatballs.
  • Place the meatballs about 2-inches apart on a baking sheet and broil, about 3-inches away from the heat until browned on top.
  • Turn over and broil on the other side.
  • You don’t really need any salt in this recipe as the feta and olives provide enough.

Nutrition

Calories: 1668.39kcalCarbohydrates: 29.79gProtein: 99.82gFat: 126gSaturated Fat: 51.2gCholesterol: 752mgSodium: 4661.45mgFiber: 3.08gSugar: 1.52g

Keyword Anniversary Parties, Baby showers, Beef, Birthday Parties, Dinner Parties, Family Reunions, Wedding Showers
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