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Barbecue Meatball Bowls with Avocado Goddess Sauce

Barbecue Meatball Bowls with Avocado Goddess Sauce
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Indulge in the delightful flavors of Barbecue Meatball Bowls with Avocado Goddess Sauce—a wholesome meal that is both nutritious and satisfying. This vibrant bowl features tender barbecue beef meatballs, roasted sweet potatoes, and fresh broccoli, all topped with a luscious avocado sauce. Perfect for family dinners or meal prep, these bowls are packed with protein and essential nutrients, making them a fantastic choice for any occasion. The combination of savory meatballs and creamy sauce will keep you coming back for more!

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (454 grams) ground sirloin or lean/extra-lean ground beef
  • 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/3 cup Panko
  • 1 tablespoon dried basil
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 large garlic clove, minced
  • 2/3 cup barbecue sauce
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon tamari
  • 3 tablespoons water
  • 4 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 bunch of broccoli, cut into medium florets
  • 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
  • Sea salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 ripe avocado
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • Big handful of fresh herbs (I used a combination of basil and dill)
  • 4 cups cooked quinoa or brown rice

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef, dijon mustard, sea salt, black pepper, egg, Panko, smoked paprika, oregano, basil, and minced garlic. Mix until well combined and form into meatballs.
  3. Brown the meatballs in an oven-safe skillet over medium heat for a few minutes.
  4. Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.
  5. On separate baking sheets, roast diced sweet potatoes and broccoli with olive oil and seasoning until tender.
  6. Prepare the barbecue sauce by whisking together BBQ sauce, balsamic vinegar, tamari, and water; pour over cooked meatballs to heat through.
  7. Blend avocado, Greek yogurt, lime juice, garlic, sea salt, and herbs in a food processor to make the avocado goddess sauce.
  8. Serve bowls with quinoa topped with roasted vegetables and meatballs; drizzle generously with avocado sauce.

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