Grilled Meatballs
Grilled meatballs are a crowd-pleasing delight, combining juicy ground beef with aromatic herbs and spices. Perfect for summer barbecues or cozy family dinners, these flavorful bites are easy to make and can be served in various ways—whether as sliders, kebabs, or simply on their own with a dipping sauce. Your guests will be begging for seconds as they savor the smoky char and tender interior of these delicious meatballs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef (80/20)
- ½ cup breadcrumbs (plain or Italian-seasoned)
- 1 large egg
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Optional: ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, parsley, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
- Wet your hands slightly and roll the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs (about 2 tablespoons each).
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill the meatballs for 6-8 minutes per side until browned and cooked through (internal temperature of at least 160°F).
- Let rest for a few minutes before serving with marinara sauce or cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs (120g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For added flavor, substitute ground beef with ground turkey or lamb. Experiment by adding herbs like basil or filling the meatballs with cheese for surprise bites. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.