Meatballs with Chimichurri Sauce

Total Time:Prep/Total Time: 30 min.

By Taste Of Home Editorial Team

Recipe by Amy Chase, Vanderhoof, British Columbia

Tested by Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Updated on Aug. 29, 2022

This South American condiment, ­featuring fresh cilantro and parsley, is more than just a sauce for tossing with meatballs. You’ll want plenty for extra dipping. —Amy Chase, Vanderhoof, British Columbia

TEST KITCHEN APPROVED

Meatballs with Chimichurri Sauce

Yield:about 20 (2/3 cup sauce)
Prep:10 min
Cook:20 min

Ingredients

  • 1 package (22 ounces) frozen fully cooked Angus beef meatballs
  • 3 garlic cloves, peeled
  • 1 cup packed Italian flat leaf parsley
  • 1/4 cup packed fresh cilantro leaves
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
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Directions

  1. Prepare meatballs according to package directions.
  2. Meanwhile, place garlic in a small food processor; pulse until chopped. Add parsley, cilantro, salt and pepper; pulse until finely chopped. Add vinegar. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream.
  3. In a large bowl, toss meatballs with a little more than half the chimichurri sauce. Transfer to a platter. Serve with remaining sauce for dipping.
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