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Cranberry-Glazed Turkey Meatballs

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These flavorful turkey meatballs are coated in a sweet and tangy cranberry glaze, making them a perfect choice for cozy dinners or gatherings.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 large Egg
  • 1 cup Finely Chopped Yellow Onion
  • 3/4 cup Whole-Fat Greek Yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Fresh Thyme Leaves
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped Fresh Sage Leaves
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper
  • 1 pound Ground Turkey (94% lean)
  • 1 cup Panko Bread Crumbs
  • 1 cup Canned or Homemade Cranberry Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1/4 cup Pure Maple Syrup
  • 2 tablespoons Whole Grain Mustard
  • 1 tablespoon Finely Grated Orange Zest
  • 2 tablespoons Extra-Virgin Olive Oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the egg, chopped onion, Greek yogurt, thyme, sage, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  3. Add the ground turkey and panko bread crumbs to the bowl. Stir until all ingredients are evenly combined.
  4. Form the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter. Place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  5. In a small saucepan, mix together the cranberry sauce, apple cider vinegar, maple syrup, mustard, and orange zest. Cook over medium heat until heated through.
  6. Brush or spoon the cranberry glaze over the meatballs.
  7. Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until they are cooked through and lightly browned.
  8. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

These meatballs can be served with mashed potatoes, rice, or a green salad, and can also be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator.

  • Author: nevaeh-hall
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Carb

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg