Easy Slow-Cooker Cranberry Barbecue Meatballs

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
3%
Easy Slow-Cooker Cranberry Barbecue Meatballs
190 min.
24
130kcal

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

Imagine the sweet and tangy notes of cranberry-orange sauce mingling with the smoky richness of barbecue sauce, all enveloping tender meatballs that are bursting with flavor. This dish not only satisfies your taste buds but also caters to various dietary needs, being gluten-free, dairy-free, and low FODMAP. It’s a versatile option that everyone can enjoy!

With just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time, you can set your slow cooker and let it work its magic. In just a few hours, you’ll have a warm, inviting dish ready to serve. The addition of fresh parsley adds a pop of color and a hint of freshness, making these meatballs not only tasty but visually appealing as well.

So grab your slow cooker, gather your friends and family, and get ready to enjoy a delightful snack that’s perfect for any occasion. These Easy Slow-Cooker Cranberry Barbecue Meatballs are sure to become a favorite in your recipe repertoire!

Ingredients

  • cup barbecue sauce 
  • 0.5 cup roasted cranberry sauce (from 9.2-ounce jar)
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground mustard 
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground ginger 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 32 ounces meatballs frozen thawed
  • tablespoons parsley fresh chopped

Equipment

  • toothpicks
  • slow cooker

Directions

  1. Mix all ingredients except meatballs and parsley in 2- to 2 1/2-quart slow cooker until well blended.
  2. Add cold meatballs.
  3. Cover and cook on low heat setting 2 to 3 hours or until thoroughly heated. Stir in parsley.
  4. Serve meatballs with cocktail forks or toothpicks. Meatballs will hold on low heat setting up to 2 hours; stir occasionally.

Nutrition Facts

Calories130kcal
Protein20.43%
Fat56.88%
Carbs22.69%

Properties

Glycemic Index
1.33
Glycemic Load
0
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
4.2517390950866%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.01mg
Apigenin
0.72mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.21mg
Quercetin
0.14mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:129.66kcal
6.48%
Fat:8.11g
12.48%
Saturated Fat:2.98g
18.64%
Carbohydrates:7.28g
2.43%
Net Carbohydrates:7.09g
2.58%
Sugar:5.82g
6.46%
Cholesterol:27.22mg
9.07%
Sodium:192.85mg
8.38%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:6.56g
13.11%
Vitamin B1:0.28mg
18.73%
Selenium:9.59µg
13.7%
Vitamin B3:1.73mg
8.64%
Vitamin B6:0.16mg
7.76%
Phosphorus:69.37mg
6.94%
Zinc:0.86mg
5.74%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
5.72%
Vitamin K:5.77µg
5.49%
Vitamin B12:0.26µg
4.41%
Potassium:140.48mg
4.01%
Vitamin B5:0.27mg
2.74%
Iron:0.47mg
2.59%
Magnesium:9.26mg
2.31%
Manganese:0.04mg
1.89%
Copper:0.03mg
1.41%
Vitamin A:59.89IU
1.2%
Vitamin E:0.15mg
1.03%
Vitamin C:0.84mg
1.02%