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Saturday, September 21, 2013

Sweet and Sour Meatballs

Serve up this reduced-fat version of the favorite party treat with a guilt-free conscience. Don't forget the cute cocktail napkins!

My boyfriend and I often get bored with the same quick foods, so I decided to whip up these amazingly delicious meatballs! I wasn't sure how he would like them, but we made it and he LOVED it. We even had leftovers the next evening, which we rarely ever do. Even our puppy wanted some...


So, here is what you will need...

For the meatballs:
  • 1 lb. of lean ground turkey
  • 1 cup cooked brown rice
  • 1 8oz. can crushed pineapple in juice, drained
  • 1/2 cup green onions
  • 1 Tbsp. light soy sauce
  • 1 tsp. ginger


For the sauce:
  • 3/4 cup reduced-sodium, low-fat chicken broth
  • 1/3 cup chili sauce
  • 3 Tbsp. rice vinegar
  • 2 Tbsp. brown sugar
  • 2 tsp. cornstarch
  • 1/2 tsp. ground ginger


Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Combine meatball ingredients in medium bowl and mix thoroughly. Line a baking sheet with foil (this helps with cleanup). Place cooking racks in foil-lined baking sheet. Shape meatballs, and place on the racks. Bake for about 25 minutes or until thoroughly cooked. Transfer the meatballs to a serving dish and cover to keep warm.



Combine the sauce ingredients in a small saucepan and stir until cornstarch is dissolved. Place over medium heat and sit intermittently until mixture comes to a boil. Reduce heat to low, and stir for another minute or until mixture thickens slightly. Pour sauce over meatballs, and gently toss to coat meatballs. Serve warm with toothpicks, if desired, or eat on a plate. (makes approximately 37 meatballs)



Tip: If you'll be serving over the course of an hour or two, these keep warm in a chafing dish or on a warmer. Double the recipe if you will be having more guests!

Serve your Sweet and Sour Meatballs with a health side of your choice :)

Serving Size: 4 Meatballs
Cal: 120
Fat Total: 4g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Carbs: 12g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 8g

Do you want motivation and accountability to eat healthier?
Email me at getfitelle@beachbodycoach.com.

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