Olive Garden Side of Meatballs
Most popularOlive Garden Side of Meatballs costs $4.29 for three meatballs at 520 calories: the same beef and pork meatballs served on the spaghetti and meatballs entrée, sold on their own with marinara.
The Olive Garden Side of Meatballs is one of the most popular sides & sauces items on the Olive Garden Menu, priced at $4.29 ($3.99 to $5.79 depending on your state). A standard serving contains 520 calories.
Ingredients Summary
Three meatballs made from ground beef and Italian sausage with breadcrumbs, parmesan and herbs, baked and served in marinara.
Taste Profile
Dense, seasoned and slightly sweet from the marinara. They are baked rather than fried, so the outside stays soft.
Three meatballs carry 42 g of fat and 1,380 mg of sodium, about the same as a full lunch entrée.
Healthier alternative: Grilled chicken as a side adds 26 g of protein for only 130 calories.
“The cheapest protein add on with real substance. Three meatballs over spaghetti with marinara beats the named entrée on price.”
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Dietary Information
Contains beef and pork, dairy, eggs, wheat, gluten and soy.
Nutritional Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 520kcal | 26% |
| Total Fat | 42g | 54% |
| Total Carbohydrates | 11g | 4% |
| Protein | 24g | 48% |
| Sodium | 1380mg | 60% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 20g | 100% |
| Trans Fat | 2g | |
| Cholesterol | 65mg | 22% |
| Dietary Fiber | 4g | 14% |
Nutritional values are based on standard recipes and may vary by location or customization. Compare this item with the rest of the menu on our complete Olive Garden nutrition facts page.
Most Ordered Together
Spaghetti with marinara plus this side is the budget version of spaghetti and meatballs.
Allergen Information
The official Olive Garden allergen guide lists dairy, eggs, wheat, gluten, soy for the Side of Meatballs. Kitchens share fryers and prep areas, so cross-contact is possible. See the full Olive Garden allergen menu.
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Side of Meatballs Price by State
Olive Garden prices differ by market. The typical price of $4.29 is the most common one across the states below; California, New York and Alaska run highest.
| State | Price | vs typical |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $4.29 | — |
| Alaska | $5.79 | +$1.50 |
| Arizona | $4.79 | +$0.50 |
| Arkansas | $3.99 | −$0.30 |
| California | $4.99 | +$0.70 |
| Colorado | $4.49 | +$0.20 |
| Connecticut | $4.49 | +$0.20 |
| Delaware | $4.29 | — |
| Florida | $4.29 | — |
| Georgia | $3.99 | −$0.30 |
| Idaho | $4.29 | — |
| Illinois | $4.79 | +$0.50 |
| Indiana | $4.29 | — |
| Iowa | $4.29 | — |
| Kansas | $4.29 | — |
| Kentucky | $4.29 | — |
| Louisiana | $3.99 | −$0.30 |
| Maine | $4.49 | +$0.20 |
| Maryland | $4.29 | — |
| Massachusetts | $4.49 | +$0.20 |
| Michigan | $3.99 | −$0.30 |
| Minnesota | $4.49 | +$0.20 |
| Mississippi | $3.99 | −$0.30 |
| Missouri | $3.99 | −$0.30 |
| Montana | $4.49 | +$0.20 |
| Nebraska | $3.99 | −$0.30 |
| Nevada | $4.49 | +$0.20 |
| New Hampshire | $4.29 | — |
| New Jersey | $4.29 | — |
| New Mexico | $3.99 | −$0.30 |
| New York | $4.79 | +$0.50 |
| North Carolina | $3.99 | −$0.30 |
| North Dakota | $4.29 | — |
| Ohio | $4.29 | — |
| Oklahoma | $4.29 | — |
| Oregon | $4.99 | +$0.70 |
| Pennsylvania | $4.29 | — |
| Rhode Island | $4.29 | — |
| South Carolina | $4.29 | — |
| South Dakota | $3.99 | −$0.30 |
| Tennessee | $4.29 | — |
| Texas | $4.29 | — |
| Utah | $4.29 | — |
| Vermont | $4.29 | — |
| Virginia | $4.29 | — |
| Washington | $4.99 | +$0.70 |
| West Virginia | $4.29 | — |
| Wisconsin | $4.29 | — |
| Wyoming | $4.29 | — |
Common Questions
How much is a side of meatballs at Olive Garden?
Three meatballs cost $4.29 at the typical US price.
How many calories are in a side of meatballs?
The side has 520 calories, 42 g of fat, 11 g of carbohydrates, 24 g of protein and 1,380 mg of sodium.
How many meatballs come in a side?
Three, the same count as the dinner spaghetti and meatballs.
Are Olive Garden meatballs beef or pork?
Both. They are made from a beef and Italian sausage blend.
Are the meatballs gluten free?
No. The meatballs contain breadcrumbs.