Reuben Meatballs Recipe

Capture the iconic flavors of a Reuben sandwich in these incredibly juicy and delicious meatballs! These aren't your grandma's meatballs – they're packed with savory corned beef, tangy sauerkraut, and melted Swiss cheese. Easily adaptable for meatloaf or low-carb diets (try parmesan cheese instead of breadcrumbs!), this recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Perfect for game day, a casual weeknight dinner, or an impressive appetizer.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 28 mins
Calories 152.1 kcal
Protein 18g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Reuben Meatballs

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How to Make Reuben Meatballs

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, gently combine the ground beef, corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, bread crumbs, egg, mustard, and Worcestershire sauce. Mix until just combined; do not overmix.
  3. Roll the mixture into 1-inch meatballs.
  4. Place the meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  5. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and lightly browned.
  6. Serve immediately and enjoy! Consider serving with a side of Thousand Island dressing for an extra Reuben kick.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

8 g

Sugar

6g

Fat

21g

Carbs

1g