Description
Apple Cranberry Turkey Meatballs are a delightful fusion of sweet and savory flavors, perfect for any occasion. These tender meatballs are packed with juicy apples and tart cranberries, creating a unique dish that is sure to impress family and friends. Whether served at holiday gatherings or casual dinners, their vibrant colors and inviting aroma will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 cup diced fresh apples (Honeycrisp or Fuji)
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries (unsweetened)
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté diced onion and minced garlic until softened, about 3–5 minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, sautéed onion and garlic, chopped apples, dried cranberries, panko breadcrumbs, egg, parsley, thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix gently but thoroughly.
- Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F or 74°C).
- Serve warm or allow to cool for meal prep.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 meatballs (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg