Description
Sweet and Tangy Meatballs are the perfect dish to delight your taste buds and impress your guests. These juicy meatballs, coated in a luscious blend of honey and barbecue sauce, offer a harmonious balance of sweetness and tanginess that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Ideal for potlucks or cozy family dinners, this easy recipe is sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1/2 cup Italian-style breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic powder, and parsley until well combined but do not overmix.
- Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
- While meatballs bake, combine barbecue sauce and honey in a saucepan over medium heat; simmer until warmed through.
- Toss baked meatballs in the sauce until well coated before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs (120g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For a lighter option, substitute ground beef with ground turkey or chicken. You can also add grated vegetables such as zucchini or carrots for extra nutrition. These meatballs can be frozen after cooking; simply reheat when ready to serve.