Meatballs with Fire Roasted Tomato Sauce

Dairy Free
Health score
1%
Meatballs with Fire Roasted Tomato Sauce
50 min.
15
120kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary experience with our Meatballs with Fire Roasted Tomato Sauce! This dish is perfect for those who appreciate a hearty yet healthy option, as it is completely dairy-free and packed with flavor. Whether you're hosting a gathering or simply looking for a satisfying snack, these meatballs are sure to impress your guests and tantalize your taste buds.

Imagine tender, juicy meatballs made from lean ground beef, combined with the sweetness of dried cherries and the aromatic touch of fresh chives. Each bite is a burst of flavor, enhanced by the rich, smoky notes of fire-roasted tomato sauce. This recipe is not only easy to prepare but also offers a wonderful balance of protein, healthy fats, and carbohydrates, making it a guilt-free indulgence.

Ready in just 50 minutes, this dish serves up to 15 people, making it an ideal choice for parties, family gatherings, or even a cozy night in. The vibrant colors and enticing aromas will fill your kitchen, creating an inviting atmosphere that draws everyone in. Serve these meatballs as an antipasti, starter, or appetizer, and watch as they disappear in no time!

So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to create a dish that will leave everyone asking for seconds. Your journey to culinary delight starts here!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup breadcrumbs plain
  • 0.8 cup cherries dried chopped
  •  eggs 
  • 15 servings chives fresh chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic salt 
  • 0.3 cup spring onion finely chopped
  • lb ground beef 80% lean (at least )
  • 25.5 oz pasta sauce fire roasted
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper 
  • 0.5 cup water 
  • tablespoons apple cider vinegar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • slow cooker

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 400F. In large bowl, mix meatball ingredients. Shape into 30 (1-inch) meatballs.
  2. Place in ungreased 13x9-inch pan.
  3. Bake uncovered about 15 minutes or until thoroughly cooked and no longer pink in center.
  4. In 3-quart saucepan, heat all sauce ingredients exept chives to boiling, stirring occasionally; reduce heat. Stir in meatballs; cover and simmer about 15 minutes or until sauce is hot.
  5. Sprinkle with chives.
  6. Serve in chafing dish or slow cooker on low heat setting.

Nutrition Facts

Calories120kcal
Protein22.78%
Fat49.05%
Carbs28.17%

Properties

Glycemic Index
12.93
Glycemic Load
0.87
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
5.7952173611392%

Flavonoids

Isorhamnetin
0.07mg
Kaempferol
0.12mg
Quercetin
0.23mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:120.29kcal
6.01%
Fat:6.58g
10.12%
Saturated Fat:2.46g
15.35%
Carbohydrates:8.5g
2.83%
Net Carbohydrates:7.05g
2.56%
Sugar:5.04g
5.6%
Cholesterol:32.38mg
10.79%
Sodium:345.33mg
15.01%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:6.87g
13.75%
Vitamin B12:0.68µg
11.33%
Vitamin A:500IU
10%
Zinc:1.45mg
9.66%
Vitamin B3:1.89mg
9.47%
Selenium:6.2µg
8.86%
Vitamin B6:0.15mg
7.73%
Iron:1.33mg
7.41%
Vitamin K:7.66µg
7.29%
Phosphorus:70.98mg
7.1%
Potassium:241.84mg
6.91%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
5.84%
Fiber:1.45g
5.8%
Vitamin E:0.86mg
5.75%
Vitamin C:4.27mg
5.17%
Manganese:0.09mg
4.39%
Copper:0.09mg
4.27%
Magnesium:14.49mg
3.62%
Vitamin B5:0.36mg
3.61%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.99%
Folate:11.88µg
2.97%
Calcium:25.27mg
2.53%