These hearty California-style meatballs combine ground beef, pork, and veal for a rich, savory depth of flavor enhanced by fresh parsley and crushed fennel seeds. Served alongside tender strips of red, green, and yellow bell peppers and onions, this dish offers a perfect balance of textures and colors. The addition of pitted black olives brings a salty, briny contrast that ties the Mediterranean-inspired flavors together. It’s a comforting, home-style meal that feels special enough for Sunday supper but is simple enough for a busy weeknight. The meatballs remain juicy and flavorful, while the vegetables soften into a sweet, savory medley that pairs beautifully with crusty bread or a side of rice.
California Country Meatballs & Peppers
Description
These hearty California-style meatballs combine ground beef, pork, and veal for a rich, savory depth of flavor enhanced by fresh parsley and crushed fennel seeds. Served alongside tender strips of red, green, and yellow bell peppers and onions, this dish offers a perfect balance of textures and colors. The addition of pitted black olives brings a salty, briny contrast that ties the Mediterranean-inspired flavors together. It&# 226;ÂÂs a comforting, home-style meal that feels special enough for Sunday supper but is simple enough for a busy weeknight. The meatballs remain juicy and flavorful, while the vegetables soften into a sweet, savory medley that pairs beautifully with crusty bread or a side of rice.Ingredients
Directions
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Cut the red, green, and yellow bell peppers and the onion into thin strips.
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In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.
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Add the pepper and onion strips to the skillet and cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender. Remove vegetables from the skillet and set aside in a bowl, keeping them warm.
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In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, ground veal, egg, bread crumbs, chopped parsley, crushed fennel seeds, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and black pepper.
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Mix the meat mixture thoroughly with your hands or a wooden spoon until well blended.
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Shape the meat mixture into 1 1/4-inch balls.
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Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil to the same skillet and heat over medium-high heat.
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Add the meatballs to the skillet and cook for about 15 minutes, turning frequently, until well browned on all sides and cooked through.
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Return the cooked vegetables to the skillet along with the halved black olives and the remaining 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
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Cook for about 1 minute longer, stirring gently to combine and heat everything through. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 107.2kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 11.3g18%
- Saturated Fat 1.6g8%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 1.0mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 1.8g1%
- Dietary Fiber 0.6g3%
- Sugars 1.1g
- Protein 0.2g1%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
