Description

Savor the perfect balance of savory and sweet with these Irresistible Turkey Meatballs glazed in a rich cranberry sauce. Tender, juicy, and bursting with flavor, these meatballs make an ideal appetizer for any gathering. Easy to prepare ahead of time, they promise to impress your guests without keeping you tied to the kitchen.

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb lean ground turkey
1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1/4 cup cranberry sauce (homemade or store-bought)
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp garlic powder
1 large egg
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
1/4 cup brown sugar

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, mix together ground turkey, breadcrumbs, parsley, onion powder, garlic powder, egg, salt, and pepper until well combined.
Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake for 20 minutes or until cooked through and golden brown.
While baking, whisk together cranberry sauce, soy sauce, and brown sugar in a saucepan over medium heat until warmed and slightly thickened.
Drizzle warm glaze over baked meatballs before serving.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 meatballs (60g)
Calories: 160
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 370mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Fiber: <1g
Protein: 14g
Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Use fresh herbs for enhanced flavor. You can add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick. Prepare meatballs ahead of time and refrigerate until ready to bake.