Description
Pomegranate Glazed Meatballs are a delightful fusion of sweet and savory flavors, perfectly glazed for an irresistible bite that’s ideal for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef (or ground turkey)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh mint
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup pomegranate juice (fresh or no-sugar added)
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, chopped herbs, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Roll the mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs (about 2 tablespoons each) and place them on the prepared baking sheet with space between each.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes or until browned and cooked through.
- While the meatballs bake, combine pomegranate juice and soy sauce in a small saucepan over medium heat. Simmer until thickened slightly, about five minutes.
- Once the meatballs are done, toss them in the glaze until fully coated. Serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs (140g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: - For extra flavor, consider adding garlic powder or onion powder to the meatball mixture. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat gently on the stove with a splash of water or extra glaze.