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Harvest Turkey Meatballs with Cranberry Glaze

Harvest Turkey Meatballs with Cranberry Glaze Delight

Discover the festive flavor of Harvest Turkey Meatballs with Cranberry Glaze that brings holiday spirit to your table in a healthy way.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound Ground Turkey
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs whole wheat or gluten-free optional
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese or nutritional yeast for dairy-free
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley or dried parsley
  • 1 large Egg or flaxseed meal as a vegan substitute
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic or garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Salt to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper to taste
For the Cranberry Glaze
  • 1 cup Cranberry Sauce homemade or store-bought
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard or yellow mustard
  • 2 tablespoons Honey or maple syrup for vegan option

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • saucepan
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Harvest Turkey Meatballs with Cranberry Glaze
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare your baking sheet with parchment paper or grease it.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, egg, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
  3. Take about a tablespoon of the mixture and roll it into 1-inch balls, placing them on the baking sheet with space in between.
  4. Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  5. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine cranberry sauce, Dijon mustard, and honey. Stir until well-blended and heated through, about 5 minutes.
  6. Toss the baked meatballs in the warm cranberry glaze until evenly coated.
  7. Serve the meatballs garnished with extra parsley, enjoyed as a main course or appetizer.

Nutrition

Serving: 2meatballsCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These meatballs are perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings and can be customized with different fruit preserves for the glaze.

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