Tomato Glazed Meatballs

Juicy, tender, and bursting with flavor, these Tomato Glazed Meatballs are the ultimate comfort food your family will love! A savory blend of ground beef and pork is combined with fresh parsley, garlic, breadcrumbs soaked in milk, and just the right amount of seasoning to create perfectly moist meatballs. What sets this recipe apart is the irresistible tomato glaze—a tangy-sweet mixture of tomato paste, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and dried oregano simmered to perfection. Oven-baked for a healthier twist, these meatballs are then coated in the luscious glaze and simmered briefly to soak up every drop of flavor. Ready in just 45 minutes, this dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Serve them with your choice of mashed potatoes, rice, or crusty bread for a versatile meal that’ll have everyone asking for seconds. Perfectly easy, hearty, and packed with bold, tangy flavors, these Tomato Glazed Meatballs are an instant classic!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground beef (80% lean)
• 0.5 lb Ground pork
• 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cup Milk
• 1 large Egg
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 0.5 large Yellow onion, finely diced
• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 3 tbsp Tomato paste
• 1.5 tbsp Brown sugar
• 1 tbsp Apple cider vinegar
• 0.25 cup Water
• 0.5 tsp Dried oregano

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

Step 2

In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and milk. Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes to allow the breadcrumbs to soak up the milk.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, soaked breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, diced onion, parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat.

Step 4

Using your hands or a small scoop, shape the mixture into meatballs about 1.5 inches in diameter. You should end up with approximately 16-18 meatballs.

Step 5

Place the meatballs on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until they are cooked through and lightly browned.

Step 6

Meanwhile, prepare the tomato glaze. In a medium skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the tomato paste and cook, stirring, for 1-2 minutes to deepen its flavor.

Step 7

Stir in the brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, water, and dried oregano. Simmer the glaze for 3-5 minutes, stirring often, until it thickens slightly.

Step 8

Once the meatballs are baked, transfer them to the skillet with the tomato glaze. Gently toss the meatballs to coat them evenly in the glaze.

Step 9

Allow the meatballs to simmer in the glaze for an additional 3 minutes over low heat to absorb the flavors.

Step 10

Serve the tomato glazed meatballs hot, garnished with additional parsley if desired. They pair beautifully with mashed potatoes, rice, or crusty bread!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1137 grams (1137.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2565

Total Fat 179.90g	231%
Saturated Fat 61.40g	307%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.60g
Cholesterol 742mg	247%
Sodium 3826mg	166%
Total Carbohydrate 80.40g	29%
Dietary Fiber 6.40g	23%
Total Sugars 30.50g
Protein 154.80g	310%

Vitamin D 109IU	544%
Calcium 358mg	28%
Iron 17mg	96%
Potassium 2056mg	44%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 63.2%

Protein: 24.2%

Carbs: 12.6%