Description
Turkey Cranberry Meatballs are a scrumptious blend of savory ground turkey and sweet-tart cranberries, perfect for any occasion. These flavorful meatballs are easy to prepare, making them ideal for busy weeknights or festive gatherings. Drizzled with tangy cranberry sauce, they’re sure to impress your family and friends with every bite. Enjoy them as appetizers or a main dish that brings joy and nostalgia to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1/2 cup cranberry sauce
- 1/2 cup fresh breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 tsp salt (to taste)
- 1/4 tsp black pepper (to taste)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Sauté onions in olive oil over medium heat until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- In a large bowl, mix ground turkey, sautéed onions and garlic, breadcrumbs, egg, parsley, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Roll mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Warm cranberry sauce in a saucepan; toss the baked meatballs in the sauce before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs (120g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 90mg