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Harvest Turkey Meatballs with Cranberry Glaze

Harvest Turkey Meatballs with Cranberry Glaze for Festive Feasts

Delight your guests with these Harvest Turkey Meatballs with Cranberry Glaze, perfect for festive feasts and busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound Ground Turkey Can substitute with ground chicken or beef.
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Opt for gluten-free breadcrumbs for a gluten-free option.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Pecorino Romano offers a sharper alternative.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Use chopped green onions if parsley isn’t available.
  • 1 large Egg A flax egg works well for a vegan substitute.
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic Garlic powder can be used in a pinch.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to your taste preferences.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust according to your taste preferences.
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Cranberry Sauce Store-bought is quicker, homemade adds more flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard Provides a subtle tanginess to the glaze.
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Balances the tartness of cranberry sauce.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Saucepan
  • meat thermometer

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Set the oven timer for approximately 20 minutes.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, fresh parsley, egg, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Mix until just combined.
  3. Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  4. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) is reached.
  5. In a small saucepan, combine cranberry sauce, Dijon mustard, and honey. Heat until warm and slightly bubbling.
  6. Toss each meatball in the warm cranberry glaze until coated.
  7. Serve warm as an appetizer or with rice or mashed potatoes.

Nutrition

Serving: 4meatballsCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 23gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 280mgFiber: 2gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Avoid overmixing the meatball mixture to maintain tenderness. Check the internal temperature for safe eating at 165°F (74°C). Refrigerating the mixture helps flavors meld.

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