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High Protein Cranberry Glazed Turkey Meatballs are Delicious!

High Protein Cranberry Glazed Turkey Meatballs are a delicious and healthy dish packed with flavor and nutrients.

  • Author: Dija
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: High Protein

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground turkey
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup cranberry sauce
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
  3. Form the mixture into meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter, and place them on a baking sheet.
  4. In a small saucepan, combine cranberry sauce, soy sauce, and apple cider vinegar. Heat over medium heat until warmed through.
  5. Brush the cranberry glaze over the meatballs.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through.
  7. Serve warm with extra cranberry glaze on the side.

Notes

  • For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free breadcrumbs.
  • These meatballs can be made ahead of time and frozen for later use.
  • Adjust the sweetness of the glaze by adding more or less cranberry sauce.

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