Jumbo Gluten Free BBQ Meatballs
Delicious large meatballs using oats instead of breadcrumbs to make them gluten-free. Topped with a sweet and zesty BBQ sauce that is so simple to make. Great served with potatoes, rice or pasta.
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 516kcal
Ingredients
Gluten-Free Meatballs
- 4 pounds ground turkey - can sub your preferred ground meat
- 1 cup oats
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 2 tablespoons ground flax
- 1/4 cup warm water
Easy BBQ Sauce
- 2 cups ketchup
- 1/4 cup coconut sugar
- 2 tablespoons Crystal Hot Sauce - can sub your preferred hot sauce
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 3 teaspoons liquid smoke
Instructions
- First, prepare your BBQ sauce. Add all ingredients to a small pot and mix to combine, then bring to a boil. Once at a boil, reduce to a simmer and let cook for about 4 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool while you make your meatballs.
- Preheat your oven to 425°F. Whisk your ground flax and warm water and let thicken.
- Add your ground turkey meat, oats, salt and pepper in a large bowl. Use your hands to mush the meat, oats, and seasoning together. Mix and squish until completely combined. Add your flax mixture and mix again until combined.
- Shape your meatballs using your hands and place in a baking dish. Pour on your BBQ sauce. Be sure to cover each meatball completely. Bake in the center of the oven for about 30-35 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Nutrition
Calories: 516kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 74g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 166mg | Sodium: 1248mg | Potassium: 1218mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 21g | Vitamin A: 485IU | Vitamin C: 3.5mg | Calcium: 37mg | Iron: 3.4mg