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Meatball Salad

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Meatball Salad is a hearty and refreshing dish that combines savory, juicy meatballs with crisp greens and vibrant vegetables. It’s a flavorful, protein-rich meal that’s perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep, offering a lighter way to enjoy comfort food.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef, turkey, or chicken
  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 cup breadcrumbs or almond flour
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup onion, finely chopped or grated
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning or dried herbs
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil (for cooking)
  • 6 cups mixed greens (arugula, romaine, or spinach)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cucumber, sliced
  • 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 avocado, sliced (optional)
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta or shaved Parmesan (optional)
  • Salad dressing of choice (vinaigrette, balsamic, ranch, etc.)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine ground meat, egg, breadcrumbs (or almond flour), Parmesan, garlic, onion, herbs, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
  2. Form mixture into small, bite-sized meatballs.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook meatballs in batches until browned and cooked through, about 10–12 minutes.
  4. While meatballs cook, prepare salad by arranging mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion in a large bowl or platter.
  5. Once meatballs are done, let them cool slightly, then place them on top of the salad.
  6. Add optional toppings like avocado and cheese.
  7. Drizzle with your favorite dressing and serve immediately.

Notes

Use almond flour for a low-carb version.Customize with your favorite vegetables or dressing.Store meatballs and salad separately for best texture when prepping ahead.Bake meatballs instead of pan-frying for a lighter version.Use plant-based meatballs for a vegetarian option.

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