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A meal prep container filled with BBQ meatballs, quinoa, steamed broccoli, and a drizzle of green avocado sauce.
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Barbecue Meatball Bowls with Avocado Goddess Sauce

Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 550kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 lb lean ground beef or turkey
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumb s
  • 1 large eg g
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp sal t
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
  • 2 cups cooked quinoa
  • 1 cup steamed broccoli florets
  • 1/2 cup shredded carrots
  • 1 large ripe avocado
  • 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley
  • 1 small garlic clove

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, combine ground meat, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until well incorporated.
  • Shape the mixture into 1.5-inch meatballs and arrange them on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake the meatballs for 15 to 18 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Prepare the goddess sauce by blending avocado, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, parsley, and garlic in a food processor until smooth.
  • Transfer cooked meatballs to a bowl and toss with barbecue sauce until thoroughly coated.
  • Divide cooked quinoa, broccoli, and carrots among four containers.
  • Place meatballs in each container and drizzle with the avocado goddess sauce.