Meatballs in Salad

I can provide you with the recipe for meatballs in salad. It’s a simple and delicious dish, ideal for a light lunch or dinner. Here’s the recipe:

Ingredients

• 500g of ground meat (beef or chicken, depending on preference)
• 100g of breadcrumbs
• 2 eggs
• 50g of grated Parmesan cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Chopped parsley to taste
• Extra virgin olive oil for frying
• Mixed salad (lettuce, arugula, endive, etc.)
• Cherry tomatoes
• Black olives (optional)
• Capers (optional)
• Balsamic vinegar or lemon juice
• Extra salt and pepper to season the salad

Preparation

1. In a bowl, mix the ground meat, breadcrumbs, eggs, Parmesan, a pinch of salt, pepper, and chopped parsley until you have a homogeneous mixture.
2. Form meatballs of the desired size and slightly flatten them.
3. Heat a generous amount of extra virgin olive oil in a pan and fry the meatballs until they are golden and crispy. Then, remove them from the oil and let them drain on paper towels.
4. Prepare the salad: wash and dry the leaves, cut the cherry tomatoes in half, and add olives and capers if you like.
5. Dress the salad with extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar or lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
6. Distribute the meatballs over the dressed salad and serve everything at room temperature or slightly warm.

Meatballs in salad can be customized according to taste and needs. For example, you can add aromatic herbs to the meatball mixture, such as basil or marjoram for a touch of freshness.

Did you know?

Meatballs are a very versatile dish in Italian cuisine and can be accompanied by a variety of side dishes. In this case, choosing salad as a side dish makes the meal lighter and suitable for warmer months or for those looking for a less heavy option.