Olive Garden Meatballs Parmigiana: Price & Calories
Quick answer: Olive Garden Meatballs Parmigiana costs about $11.49 and has 1,040 calories (October 2026). Meatballs baked in marinara under melted cheese, served for sharing.
What Is Meatballs Parmigiana?
It is one of Olive Garden's shareable starters, usually ordered for the table while you wait for entrées.
Among the 8 appetizers items with published nutrition, Meatballs Parmigiana is the 4th heaviest at 1,040 calories, 15% above the section average of 904.
On price it ranks 6th of 8 in the section; the cheapest option is Fried Mozzarella at $8.99.
What You'll Pay for Meatballs Parmigiana
Expect to pay around $11.49 for Meatballs Parmigiana at a typical U.S. Olive Garden. That works out to 4.4 g of protein per dollar and 91 calories per dollar. Restaurants in big cities, airports and tourist areas often charge more.
- Lighter: Fried Mozzarella has 800 calories, saving 240.
- Cheaper: Spinach-Artichoke Dip costs $11.29, $0.20 less.
Meatballs Parmigiana Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 1,040 | 52% |
| Protein | 51 g | 102% |
| Total fat | 83 g | 106% |
| Carbohydrates | 27 g | 10% |
| Sodium | 2,800 mg | 122% |
*Based on a 2,000-calorie diet. Figures are for the dish as served, without extra sauces, sides or swaps.
About 71% of the energy comes from fat, 10% from carbohydrates and 19% from protein, so fat does most of the work.
Ordering Tips
- One order usually feeds two to four people as a starter.
- Dipping sauces add calories that are not included in the number above.
- Order online or in the Olive Garden app for pickup to see your restaurant's exact price.
Dietary and Allergen Notes
- Meatballs Parmigiana is not vegetarian.
- It is not on the gluten-sensitive menu, so assume it contains wheat. See our gluten-sensitive options instead.
- At 2,800 mg of sodium it meets or exceeds the full 2,300 mg daily reference on its own.
- For allergens, use the official Olive Garden allergen guide; recipes can change. Read our allergen guide for how to use it.
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Meatballs Parmigiana: Common Questions
How much is Meatballs Parmigiana at Olive Garden?
Meatballs Parmigiana is about $11.49 at most U.S. Olive Garden restaurants as of October 2026. Prices vary by location, so check your restaurant's menu for the exact amount.
How many calories are in Olive Garden Meatballs Parmigiana?
Meatballs Parmigiana has 1,040 calories, 51 g of protein and 2,800 mg of sodium, based on Olive Garden's published nutrition information.
Is Meatballs Parmigiana vegetarian?
No. Meatballs Parmigiana is not vegetarian.