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Barbecue Meatball Bowls with Avocado Goddess Sauce Recipe

Livy Lane
This Barbecue Meatball Bowls with Avocado Goddess Sauce Recipe is bold, creamy and full of flavor. It is a perfect comfort meal for busy days.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course  Main Dish
Cuisine Fusion American
Servings 4
Calories 480 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef or chicken
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tablespoons barbecue sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ cup barbecue sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 ripe avocado
  • ½ cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt to taste
  • Water as needed
  • Cooked rice or quinoa
  • Fresh lettuce or greens

Instructions
 

Prepare the Meatball Mixture

  • In a large bowl, add ground meat, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and barbecue sauce. Mix everything gently using your hands. The mixture should feel soft but hold shape easily.

Shape the Meatballs

  • Take small portions of the mixture and roll into even balls. Place them on a baking tray. Try to keep all meatballs similar in size for even cooking.

Bake the Meatballs

  • Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F). Bake meatballs for 20–25 minutes until fully cooked. They should be golden brown on the outside and juicy inside.

Add Barbecue Coating

  • Heat barbecue sauce and honey in a small pan. Toss cooked meatballs in the sauce until fully coated. This gives a sweet and smoky flavor to your Barbecue Meatball Bowls with Avocado Goddess Sauce Recipe.

Make Avocado Goddess Sauce

  • In a blender, add avocado, Greek yogurt, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil and salt. Blend until smooth. Add a little water if needed to adjust thickness. It should be creamy and pourable.
  • If you enjoy making your own sauces from scratch, this simple blended sauce made with fresh herbs and fruit follows the same easy blender method and is equally versatile for drizzling over bowls and proteins.

Prepare the Bowl Base

  • Place cooked rice or quinoa in serving bowls. Add fresh lettuce or greens on top. For a heartier, more nutritious base, this wholesome pasta made with whole wheat flour is another great grain option that pairs beautifully with saucy toppings like these meatballs.
  • This creates a healthy and balanced base for the dish.

Assemble the Bowls

  • Add barbecue meatballs on top of the rice or greens. Drizzle generously with avocado goddess sauce. Serve immediately while warm and fresh.

Notes

  • Use chicken for a lighter version
  • Add chili flakes for spicy meatballs
  • Replace rice with cauliflower rice
  • Add corn or beans for extra texture
  • Use sour cream instead of yogurt if preferred
Keyword Barbecue Meatball Bowls with Avocado Goddess Sauce Recipe