Holiday Meatballs

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
9%
Holiday Meatballs
30 min.
30
123kcal

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Looking for a crowd-pleasing appetizer that’s both festive and easy to prepare? These Holiday Meatballs are the perfect solution! Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish is ideal for holiday gatherings, game nights, or any occasion where you want to impress your guests without spending hours in the kitchen. The best part? This recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free, and low FODMAP, making it a fantastic option for those with dietary restrictions.

These meatballs are bursting with flavor, thanks to a unique combination of tangy chili sauce, sweet orange marmalade, and whole-berry cranberry sauce. A touch of red wine vinegar and soy sauce adds a savory depth, while a hint of dried crushed red pepper brings a subtle kick. The frozen meatballs make this recipe incredibly convenient, but the homemade sauce elevates them to a whole new level of deliciousness.

Serve these Holiday Meatballs as an antipasti, starter, snack, or appetizer, and watch them disappear in no time. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a pop of color and freshness. At just 123 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free while enjoying the perfect balance of protein, fat, and carbs. Whether you’re hosting a holiday party or simply craving a comforting snack, this recipe is sure to become a seasonal favorite.

Ingredients

  • 12 oz chili sauce 
  • 32 oz meatballs frozen
  • 0.3 cup orange marmalade 
  • 30 servings parsley fresh chopped
  • teaspoon pepper dried red crushed
  • tablespoons red wine vinegar 
  • tablespoons soya sauce 
  • 16 oz roasted cranberry sauce canned

Equipment

  • dutch oven

Directions

  1. Stir together first 6 ingredients in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes or until smooth.
  2. Add meatballs, and cook, stirring occasionally, 20 to 25 minutes or until thoroughly heated.
  3. Garnish, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories123kcal
Protein18.72%
Fat47.37%
Carbs33.91%

Properties

Glycemic Index
1.57
Glycemic Load
0.05
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
7.3652174369149%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.02mg
Apigenin
8.62mg
Luteolin
0.05mg
Kaempferol
0.06mg
Myricetin
1mg
Quercetin
0.37mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:123.1kcal
6.16%
Fat:6.51g
10.01%
Saturated Fat:2.39g
14.96%
Carbohydrates:10.48g
3.49%
Net Carbohydrates:9.86g
3.58%
Sugar:7.98g
8.86%
Cholesterol:21.77mg
7.26%
Sodium:241.58mg
10.5%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:5.79g
11.57%
Vitamin K:66.47µg
63.31%
Vitamin B1:0.24mg
15.88%
Selenium:7.67µg
10.95%
Vitamin C:7.63mg
9.25%
Vitamin A:443.96IU
8.88%
Vitamin B3:1.62mg
8.09%
Vitamin B6:0.14mg
7.2%
Phosphorus:63.69mg
6.37%
Vitamin B2:0.09mg
5.25%
Zinc:0.74mg
4.93%
Potassium:160.36mg
4.58%
Iron:0.72mg
3.97%
Vitamin B12:0.21µg
3.53%
Vitamin E:0.42mg
2.77%
Magnesium:10.08mg
2.52%
Fiber:0.62g
2.49%
Folate:9.24µg
2.31%
Vitamin B5:0.22mg
2.24%
Copper:0.04mg
2.15%
Calcium:14.01mg
1.4%
Manganese:0.03mg
1.33%
Source:My Recipes