Description
Savory Apple Cider Turkey Meatballs a lean delicious recipe for autumn dinners Quick to make packed with protein perfect for holiday feasts healthy meals
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey (93% lean works best)
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup finely grated Granny Smith apple
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh sage, finely chopped
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 1/2 cups apple cider
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1/2 tsp ground allspice
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp water
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine all the meatball ingredients. Use your hands to mix everything together just until combined.
- Roll the mixture into about 20-22 tablespoon-sized balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake them in the oven for 15-18 minutes, or until they’re cooked through and lightly golden.
- While the meatballs bake, make the glaze. In a large skillet, combine the apple cider, vinegar, mustard, maple syrup, thyme, and allspice. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
- Whisk the cornstarch and water together in a small bowl to make a slurry. Slowly whisk it into the simmering cider mixture. Let it cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy.
- Add the baked meatballs to the skillet, gently tossing them in the glaze until they’re beautifully coated. Let them warm through for a minute or two.
- Garnish with an extra sprinkle of fresh thyme and serve immediately.
Notes
Cozy and healthy apple cider turkey meatballs, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. A sweet and savory autumn dish that’s ready in under an hour.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 285 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Fat: 12 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 24 g