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Apple and Sage Turkey Meatballs

Savory Apple and Sage Turkey Meatballs for Cozy Nights

Delightful Apple and Sage Turkey Meatballs for comforting evenings, combining savory turkey and sweet apples.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound Ground Turkey or ground chicken for a lighter option
  • 1 cup Grated Apple Honeycrisp or Fuji apples preferred
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs gluten-free breadcrumbs for gluten-free option
  • 1 small Finely Chopped Onion sauté for added sweetness if desired
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic
  • 1 large Egg or flaxseed egg for egg-free option
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Sage dried sage can be substituted
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
Optional Add-ins
  • 2 tablespoons Maple Syrup for sweetness
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Walnuts for crunch

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, grated apple, breadcrumbs, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, egg, fresh sage, salt, and pepper. Mix gently to avoid overworking.
  3. Shape the mixture into uniform meatballs, about the size of a golf ball, and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  4. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) is reached.
  5. Let the meatballs cool slightly, then serve warm with your favorite sides.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 20gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Gentle mixing is key to avoid dense meatballs. Consider sautéing onions and garlic for deeper flavors.

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