Cranberry Orange Meatball Sliders
Juicy meatballs smothered in a tangy cranberry sauce and bright orange juice, perfectly nestled in slider rolls for a delightful blend of sweet and savory.
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 250kcal
Ingredients
For the meatballs
- 1 pound ground beef or turkey Use ground chicken as a substitute if desired.
- 1 cup cranberry sauce Can substitute with any fruit-based sauce.
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs Use gluten-free breadcrumbs for a gluten-free option.
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- Salt and pepper To taste.
To serve
- Slider rolls
- Fresh parsley for garnish Optional.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef or turkey, cranberry sauce, orange juice, breadcrumbs, onion, Parmesan cheese, egg, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Shape the meat mixture into small meatballs and place them on a baking sheet.
Cooking
- Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until they are cooked through.
Assembly
- Once the meatballs are done, put them in the slider rolls and drizzle with any remaining cranberry sauce.
- For an extra touch, garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
Leftover meatball sliders can be refrigerated for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave before serving. Try adding chopped herbs like thyme or rosemary for extra flavor.