Thanksgiving Inspired Turkey Meatballs

These meatballs wrap the flavors of the holidays into one tasty little bite. They will make the perfect entrée to a weeknight dinner or be the star appetizer of your holiday party. Not to mention, they’re full of healthy, good-for-you ingredients!

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 2/3 c breadcrumbs
  • 1/3 c cranberries (roughly chopped)
  • ½ c granny smith apple (finely diced)
  • 1 egg
  • ¼ c yellow onion (finely diced)
  • 1/3 c finely grated parmesan cheese
  • 6 sage leaves (finely chopped)
  • ½ tsp dried thyme
  • ½ tsp minced garlic
  • ¼ tsp onion powder
  • ¼ tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Olive oil
  • Optional: 1-2 T. freshly chopped parsley for garnish

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 °F
  2. In a large bowl, add all the ingredients except olive oil and parsley. Stir until just combined. Do not overmix, that will make tough meatballs!
  3. Coat a large skillet with olive oil (preferably cast-iron to finish cooking in the oven).
  4. Form even shaped meatballs and place into the oiled skillet.
  5. Brown the meatballs on medium to high heat for 8 minutes.
  6. Finish cooking in the oven for another 8-10 minutes until fully cooked.
  7. Remove from the oven, garnish with parsley if desired, and enjoy!

 

Guest Blogger: James Madison Dietetics
Emily Salvaggio