MAKE-AHEAD MEATBALL SALAD

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I must admit when my husband's grandma served this, we were all a little leery. But the first bite was very convincing...and then we couldn't get enough of this tasty salad. - Rexann LaFleur, Twin Falls, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound ground beef
1/2 cup seasoned bread crumbs
1/2 cup Italian salad dressing
6 cups torn salad greens
1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
Caesar Italian salad dressing or dressing of your choice

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine beef and bread crumbs. Shape into 3/4-in. balls. Place meatballs on a greased rack in a shallow baking pan. Bake at 350° for 15-20 minutes or until meat is no longer pink; drain. Cool for 15-30 minutes. , Place Italian salad dressing in a resealable plastic bag; add meatballs. Seal and refrigerate overnight. Drain and discard marinade. On a serving platter or individual plates, arrange greens, onion, cheese and olives. Top with meatballs. Drizzle with dressing.

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Maream Khatun
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This recipe is a lifesaver! I'm always looking for easy and delicious recipes that I can make for my family. This meatball salad is a perfect fit.


Dr.Shahzaib Ali
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the meatballs, and they don't even notice the vegetables.


Scolastica Chepkoech
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I'm not a huge fan of salads, but this one is an exception. The meatballs are so flavorful and juicy, and the dressing is the perfect complement. I highly recommend this recipe.


Fiona Struthers
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful! I love the combination of the sweet and tangy dressing with the savory meatballs. I'll definitely be making this again soon.


Sandra Malunga
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I'm always looking for healthy and filling salads, and this one fits the bill perfectly. The meatballs are a great source of protein, and the vegetables add a nice crunch. I love that this salad can be made ahead of time, which makes it perfect for b


Melani Talvik
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover meatballs. I had some leftover meatballs from a spaghetti dinner, and I used them to make this salad. It was so easy and delicious!


Brandolinda Afros
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I'm not a big fan of meatballs, but I loved this salad! The dressing was so good that it made the meatballs taste amazing. I'll definitely be making this again.


Eryu Yousef
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This salad is so versatile! I've made it with different types of meatballs, and it's always delicious. I also love that I can add or remove ingredients to suit my taste.


Hamilton Flower
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I made this meatball salad for a picnic, and it was a huge success! The meatballs were perfectly cooked, and the dressing was just the right amount of tangy and sweet. I highly recommend this recipe.


Nefah Nefah
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This recipe is a keeper! The meatballs were so tender and juicy, and the dressing was so flavorful. I love that this salad can be made ahead of time, which makes it perfect for busy weeknights.


Joel Oure
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I'm always looking for new and easy recipes, and this meatball salad fit the bill perfectly. It was so simple to make, and the results were delicious. The meatballs were moist and flavorful, and the dressing was the perfect complement. I will definit


Eugine Kipkosgei
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This meatball salad was a hit at my last potluck! Everyone loved the flavorful meatballs and the tangy dressing. I'll definitely be making this again.