Pomegranate Glazed Meatballs
Pomegranate glazed meatballs are a delicious fusion of sweet and savory flavors that will elevate any gathering. These juicy meatballs are enveloped in a sticky pomegranate glaze, making them irresistible as an appetizer or main dish. Perfect for game day or family dinners, they are sure to delight your taste buds and impress your guests with their vibrant color and rich flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 meatballs (6 servings) 1x
- Category: Appetizer/Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef or turkey
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (plain or seasoned)
- 1 large egg
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup pure pomegranate juice
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef or turkey, breadcrumbs, minced garlic, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
- Shape the mixture into small balls (about 1 inch in diameter) and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine pomegranate juice, honey, soy sauce, and a dash of garlic powder. Stir until simmering and slightly thickened.
- Toss the baked meatballs in the glaze until fully coated and allow to cook together for another few minutes.
- Serve warm on a platter with extra glaze drizzled on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs (approximately 140g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 75mg