These FAST and EASY Mexican meatballs are loaded with flavors the whole family will LOVE!! Great for busy weeknight dinners or easy-breezy entertaining!!
one 10 to 12-ounce jar enchilada sauceI use medium heat, divided
2large eggs
½cupseasonedItalian breadcrumbs
¼cupfresh cilantroplus more for garnishing
3 to 4clovesgarlicfinely pressed or minced
2tablespoonsdried minced onion flakes
2teaspoonscumin
1 to 3teaspoonschili powderor to taste (I used 3)
1teaspoondried oregano
1teaspoonkosher saltor to taste
1teaspoonfreshly ground black pepperor to taste
pinchcayenne pepperoptional and to taste
Salad
about 3 Roma tomatoes or 2 medium/large tomatoesdiced chunky
1large ripe Hass avocadodiced into bite-sized pieces
about 1/4 cup fresh cilantro
1tablespoonolive oil
1tablespoonapple cider vinegar
1tablespoonlime juice
1teaspoonkosher saltor to taste
1teaspoonfreshly ground black pepperor to taste
pinchsugaroptional and to taste
Instructions
Make the Meatballs:
Preheat oven to 350F and spray an 8×8 or 9×9-inch baking or casserole dish with cooking spray; set aside.
To a large bowl add all the ingredients noting that you will only add 1/4 cup enchilada sauce now; reserve the remainder to pour over the meatballs before baking.
Using your hands or a large wooden spoon, combine all the ingredients.
Using a 2-tablespoon cookie scoop, portion out the meatballs. It’s not necessary to roll them in your hands after scooping them out if you are in a rush, but they will look neater if you take the time to give each meatball a quick roll between your palms.
Place rolled meatballs in prepared baking dish and evenly drizzle the reserved enchilada sauce over the top.
Cover with foil and bake for about 30 minutes. Remove pan from the oven, remove the foil, and bake for about 10 more minutes, or until meatballs are cooked through.
While meatballs bake, prepare the salad.
Make the Salad:
To a large bowl, add all ingredients, and toss gently to combine.
After the meatballs are done, serve with the salad.
Notes
Meatballs are best fresh but will keep airtight in the fridge for up to 5 days. Salad is best fresh.