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Lemon Meatballs

Cultural Context

Lemon meatballs are a delightful Mediterranean dish, often enjoyed in Italian households. The use of lemon adds a refreshing brightness, making them a perfect match for warm weather gatherings. Traditionally, these meatballs can be served as a main dish or as part of a larger spread at family meals. Today, variations exist across different cultures, with some incorporating various herbs and spices, showcasing the versatility of this dish.

MediterraneanITmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
200 grams boiled potatoes
400 grams minced veal
60 grams grated cheese
1 sprig parsley
salt and pepper to taste
grated peel of 1 lemon
200 ml lemon juice
1 medium egg
flour as needed
extra virgin olive oil as needed
1 walnut of rosemary butter

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: oats

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Oats provide a healthier option while crushed crackers can be more economical.

grated cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: parmesan rind

Nutritional yeast is lower in calories and adds a cheesy flavor.

ground meat

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground beef may be less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier, but canola oil is typically cheaper.

1

Boil the potatoes and mash them.

2

In a bowl, combine the minced veal, mashed potatoes, grated cheese, chopped parsley, salt, pepper, grated lemon peel, lemon juice, and the egg.

3

Mix all the ingredients until well combined.

4

Form the mixture into meatballs.

5

Roll the meatballs in flour.

6

In a pan, heat the extra virgin olive oil and add the rosemary butter.

7

Cook the meatballs until golden brown on all sides.

Cooking Techniques

mixingbrowningbaking

Spice Level:

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Dietary

dairy-freeegg-free

Allergens

milkeggswheat

Also Known As

Lemon Chicken MeatballsLemon Herb Meatballs
Local Name: Polpette al Limone

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