Best Grilled Italian Meatball Burgers Recipes

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GRILLED ITALIAN MEATBALL BURGERS



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I just love these burgers! They're a big hit with kids and adults. I serve them with sliced green peppers, tomato and onion slices and a jar of crushed red peppers on the side for adults. Kids enjoy them best "as is." -Priscilla Gilbert, Indian Harbour Beach, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 40m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/3 cup seasoned bread crumbs
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
1/2 pound Italian turkey sausage links, casings removed
3/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
8 kaiser rolls, split
1 cup roasted garlic Parmesan spaghetti sauce, warmed

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first 7 ingredients. Crumble beef and sausage over mixture and mix well. Shape into 8 burgers. , On a lightly oiled rack, grill burgers, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 5-7 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 165° and juices run clear. , Sprinkle burgers with cheese; cook 2-3 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Remove and keep warm., Grill or broil rolls for 1-2 minutes or until toasted. Serve burgers on rolls with spaghetti sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 399 calories, Fat 14g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 102mg cholesterol, Sodium 743mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 30g protein.

GRILLED ITALIAN BURGERS



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When all I had available was ground beef and I was tired of plain-old hamburgers, I invented these. A good dose of Italian seasonings and mozzarella makes them unique. They're perfect with homemade French fries for a quick meal. -Rebekah Beyer, Sabetha, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 pound ground beef
Marinara or spaghetti sauce, warmed

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine 1/2 cup cheese and seasonings. Add beef; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into four 1/2-in.-thick patties., Grill burgers, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat until a thermometer reads 160°, 4-5 minutes on each side. Sprinkle with remaining cheese; grill, covered, until cheese is melted, 1-2 minutes longer. Serve with marinara sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 279 calories, Fat 18g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 86mg cholesterol, Sodium 282mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 27g protein.

ITALIAN MEATBALL KABOBS



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When the temperatures are high, and so is your craving for Italian fare, turn to these deliciously different kabobs. A green salad and rustic bread are all you'll need to complete this summer meal. -Marie Rizzio, Interlochen, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 12 kabobs.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 large eggs, lightly beaten
2/3 cup seasoned bread crumbs
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
4 teaspoons Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
2-1/2 pounds ground beef
1 medium onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 medium sweet red pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 medium zucchini, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 small eggplant, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
1/2 cup olive oil

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first 7 ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-1/2-in. balls., On 12 metal or soaked wooden skewers, alternately thread meatballs and vegetables. In a small bowl, combine vinegar and oil., Grill kabobs, covered, over medium heat for 8-10 minutes or until meatballs are no longer pink and vegetables are tender, basting frequently with vinegar mixture and turning occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 325 calories, Fat 22g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 97mg cholesterol, Sodium 315mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 21g protein.

ITALIAN MEATBALL BURGER



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For lighter grilling try this spicy burger which freezes well. This came from Cooking Light. I always have leftover Italian turkey sausage after making a batch of these for my freezer, so I use the leftover sausage to make Recipe#244750.

Provided by WiGal

Categories     Chicken

Time 20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 ounces Italian turkey sausage
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon basil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon fennel seed, crushed
1 lb ground sirloin
cooking spray
6 slices fresh mozzarella cheese
2 ounces italian bread rolls, split
3/4 cup fat-free tomato sauce

Steps:

  • Prepare grill.
  • Remove casings from sausage. Combine sausage, oregano, basil, salt, fennel seeds, and ground sirloin. Divide beef mixture into 6 equal portions, shaping each into a 1/2 inch patty.
  • Place patties on a grill rack coated with cooking spray; grill 5 minutes. Turn patties over; grill 2 minutes. Divide fresh mozzarella cheese evenly over patties, and grill an additional 5 minutes or until a thermometer registers 165 degrees. Remove from grill; let stand 5 minutes.
  • Place rolls, cut side down on grill rack; grill 1 minute or until toasted. Place 1 patty on bottom half, top with 2 tablespoons of sauce, and top with other half of roll.
  • Raw burgers freeze well.

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