We took this classic recipe and made it healthier, but just as tasty. Using raw, unadulterated cranberries, means we get all the benefits like a lower risk of urinary tract infections, prevention of certain types of cancer, improved immune function, and decreased blood pressure, and none of the sugar. The sweetness comes from crushed pineapple, which is no slouch in the health department offering a slew of nutrients like potassium and fiber.
You can’t go wrong with these meatballs over rice, you can also serve with sweet potatoes and/or salad on the side.
Sweet and Sour Meatballs
Servings
4 Servings
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 pound ground chicken or turkey breast
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves finely chopped
- 1 large egg beaten
- ½ cup parsley finely chopped
- ½ cup oat flour
- 1 teaspoons kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper divided
- 1 cup frozen or fresh cranberries coarsely chopped
- 1 7-ounce can tomato sauce
- 1 8-ounce can crushed pineapple in juice
- 3 cups cooked brown rice
Instructions
- Heat 2 tablespoons evoo in a large deep pot or Dutch oven over medium high heat. In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, onion, garlic, egg, parsley, oat flour, salt and pepper. Roll into 16 balls and set into hot pan. After a few minutes turn the meatballs over.
- Meanwhile combine chopped cranberries, tomato sauce and pineapple in a medium bowl, mix well. Pour into pan with meatballs. Cover and simmer 10-20 minutes until sauce is hot and meatballs are cooked through.
- Serve over rice.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Sweet and Sour Meatballs
Amount per Serving
Calories
509
% Daily Value*
Fat
19.1
g
29
%
Cholesterol
143
mg
48
%
Sodium
1237
mg
54
%
Carbohydrates
57.5
g
19
%
Fiber
6
g
25
%
Sugar
19.1
g
21
%
Protein
26.9
g
54
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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