Swedish Meatballs with Lingonberry Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-01 · Updated 2026-04-01

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Tender beef meatballs served with a tangy lingonberry sauce, a classic Scandinavian dish that's perfect for a cozy meal. This Scandinavian-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 50 minutes, pairs ground beef, breadcrumbs, onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 30 min Serves 4 Scandinavian cuisine 350 cal/serving

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Ingredients

500g ground beef
3 tbsp breadcrumbs
1 small, finely grated onion
2 cloves, minced garlic
1 egg
1 cup, frozen or canned lingonberries
2 tbsp sour cream
2 tbsp butter
to taste salt
to taste pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). In a bowl, mix 500g ground beef, 3 tbsp breadcrumbs, 1 grated onion, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 egg until combined. Shape into 1.5-inch meatballs.
Step 2: Place meatballs on a baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes until browned and cooked through.
Step 3: In a saucepan, melt 2 tbsp butter over medium heat. Add 1 cup lingonberries and 2 tbsp sour cream. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy. Season with salt and pepper.
Step 4: Serve meatballs with lingonberry sauce, accompanied by boiled potatoes or lingonberry jelly for a traditional touch.