Apricot Sweet and Sour Meatballs

Dairy Free
Apricot Sweet and Sour Meatballs
45 min.
40
59kcal

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Looking for a crowd-pleasing appetizer that’s both delicious and easy to prepare? Look no further than these Apricot Sweet and Sour Meatballs! Perfect for any gathering, whether it’s a festive holiday party, a casual get-together, or a game day celebration, these meatballs are sure to impress your guests with their unique flavor profile.

Combining the savory goodness of lean ground beef with the sweet and tangy notes of apricot preserves and hoisin sauce, this dish offers a delightful balance that tantalizes the taste buds. The addition of bell peppers not only adds a pop of color but also a satisfying crunch, making each bite a delightful experience. Plus, with only 59 calories per meatball, you can indulge without the guilt!

What’s more, this recipe is dairy-free, making it a great option for those with dietary restrictions. With just 45 minutes of prep and cooking time, you can whip up a generous batch of 40 meatballs, ensuring that there’s plenty to go around. Serve them warm with cocktail toothpicks for easy snacking, and watch as they disappear from the platter in no time!

So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to create a dish that will have everyone raving. These Apricot Sweet and Sour Meatballs are not just a meal; they’re an experience that brings people together over great food!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lb ground beef 80% lean (at least )
  • 0.3 cup breadcrumbs plain
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 teaspoon garlic powder 
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground ginger 
  •  eggs slightly beaten
  • 0.5 cup apricot preserves 
  • 0.3 cup hoisin sauce 
  • 0.3 cup rice vinegar 
  • 0.1 teaspoon ground pepper red (cayenne)
  • medium bell pepper green red cut into 1-inch pieces

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • toothpicks

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 375°F. Spray 15 x10-inch pan with sides with cooking spray.
  2. Mix beef, bread crumbs, salt, garlic powder, ginger and egg until well blended. Shape into 1-inch meatballs; place in pan.
  3. Bake uncovered 20 to 25 minutes or until no longer pink in center and juice is clear; drain.
  4. In 2-quart saucepan, mix preserves, hoisin sauce, vinegar and red pepper. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until hot.
  5. Add drained meatballs and bell pepper. Cook until bell pepper is crisp-tender.
  6. Serve with cocktail toothpicks.

Nutrition Facts

Calories59kcal
Protein22.15%
Fat55.27%
Carbs22.58%

Properties

Glycemic Index
2.42
Glycemic Load
0.01
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.9673913250799%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.01mg
Epicatechin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.14mg
Quercetin
0.07mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:59.39kcal
2.97%
Fat:3.61g
5.56%
Saturated Fat:1.36g
8.5%
Carbohydrates:3.32g
1.11%
Net Carbohydrates:3.18g
1.16%
Sugar:1.87g
2.08%
Cholesterol:16.22mg
5.41%
Sodium:61.6mg
2.68%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.26g
6.51%
Vitamin B12:0.38µg
6.27%
Zinc:0.75mg
4.98%
Selenium:3.17µg
4.53%
Vitamin B3:0.8mg
4.01%
Vitamin B6:0.07mg
3.32%
Vitamin C:2.66mg
3.23%
Phosphorus:31.68mg
3.17%
Iron:0.43mg
2.38%
Vitamin B2:0.04mg
2.25%
Potassium:58.85mg
1.68%
Manganese:0.02mg
1.14%
Vitamin B5:0.11mg
1.11%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.08%
Magnesium:4.21mg
1.05%
Copper:0.02mg
1.02%