Cranberry Sauce Meatballs

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
1%
Cranberry Sauce Meatballs
30 min.
60
66kcal

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Looking for a crowd-pleasing appetizer that’s both delicious and accommodating to various dietary needs? Look no further than these delightful Cranberry Sauce Meatballs! Perfect for any gathering, these meatballs are not only gluten-free and dairy-free, but they also fit within a low FODMAP diet, making them a fantastic choice for guests with specific dietary restrictions.

Imagine the sweet and tangy flavor of jellied cranberry sauce combined with the zesty kick of chili sauce, all enveloping tender, fully cooked meatballs. This dish is a harmonious blend of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and leave your guests coming back for more. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you can whip up a batch of these savory bites in just 30 minutes!

Whether you’re hosting a holiday party, a casual get-together, or simply looking for a tasty snack, these meatballs are versatile enough to serve as an antipasti, starter, or appetizer. With only 66 calories per serving, you can indulge without the guilt. Plus, the slow cooker option allows you to prepare them ahead of time, freeing you up to enjoy the festivities with your friends and family. Get ready to impress your guests with this easy and flavorful dish that’s sure to be a hit!

Ingredients

  • 14 ounces roasted cranberry sauce canned
  • 12 ounces chili sauce 
  • 0.8 cup brown sugar packed
  • 0.5 teaspoon chili powder 
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin 
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground pepper 
  • 32 ounces meatballs frozen home-style thawed fully cooked

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • slow cooker

Directions

  1. In a large saucepan over medium heat, combine the first 6 ingredients; stir until sugar is dissolved.
  2. Add meatballs; cook until heated through, 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Heat sauce ingredients as directed.
  4. Add sauce and meatballs to a 4-qt. slow cooker. Cook, covered, on low until heated through, 2-3 hours.

Nutrition Facts

Calories66kcal
Protein16.68%
Fat43.99%
Carbs39.33%

Properties

Glycemic Index
0.62
Glycemic Load
0
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.8473913047625%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.18mg
Quercetin
0.16mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:66.08kcal
3.3%
Fat:3.24g
4.98%
Saturated Fat:1.19g
7.46%
Carbohydrates:6.51g
2.17%
Net Carbohydrates:6.29g
2.29%
Sugar:5.53g
6.14%
Cholesterol:10.89mg
3.63%
Sodium:85.85mg
3.73%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.76g
5.53%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
7.8%
Selenium:3.85µg
5.49%
Vitamin B3:0.76mg
3.8%
Vitamin B6:0.07mg
3.48%
Phosphorus:29.94mg
2.99%
Vitamin B2:0.04mg
2.42%
Zinc:0.35mg
2.31%
Potassium:70.67mg
2.02%
Vitamin B12:0.11µg
1.76%
Iron:0.24mg
1.33%
Vitamin C:1.09mg
1.32%
Vitamin E:0.18mg
1.2%
Vitamin B5:0.1mg
1.05%
Vitamin A:51.01IU
1.02%
Magnesium:4.03mg
1.01%