Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of these Irresistible Turkey Meatballs, perfectly baked and glazed with a sweet and tangy cranberry sauce. Ideal for holiday gatherings or casual celebrations, these tender meatballs are infused with herbs and spices, making them a crowd-pleaser that will have your guests asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup cranberry sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, egg, parsley, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Form the mixture into meatballs about one inch in diameter and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F/74°C).
- While meatballs bake, heat cranberry sauce and soy sauce in a saucepan over medium heat until combined and warm.
- Serve meatballs drizzled with cranberry glaze.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 meatballs (85g)
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added flavor, experiment by mixing in parmesan cheese or spices like cumin or paprika. You can prepare the meatballs ahead of time; just store them uncooked in the fridge for up to one day or freeze them.