Juicy Harvest Turkey Meatballs with Cranberry Glaze – Easy Holiday Dinner Recipe

This easy recipe for Harvest Turkey Meatballs with Cranberry Glaze brings a festive touch to any occasion, perfect for satisfying weeknight dinners or holiday gatherings.

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Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Cranberry Glaze, Easy Dinner, festive cooking, Harvest Turkey Meatballs, Holiday Recipe, Turkey Meatballs

Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 25

Total Time: 40

Servings: meatballs

Calories: 293kcal

Equipment

Oven
baking sheet
large bowl
Saucepan

Ingredients

For the Meatballs

1 pound Ground Turkey Lean turkey keeps it low-fat and healthy.
1 cup Breadcrumbs Feel free to substitute with gluten-free breadcrumbs.
1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast works for a dairy-free version.
1/4 cup Chopped Parsley Can be replaced with basil or omitted.
1 large Egg Can be replaced with flaxseed meal and water for vegan.
2 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh garlic is ideal, but dried will suffice.
1 teaspoon Salt
1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper

For the Cranberry Glaze

1 cup Cranberry Sauce Can be homemade or store-bought.
2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard Substitute yellow mustard if preferred.
2 tablespoons Honey Maple syrup can be used for a vegan alternative.

Instructions

Cooking Steps

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, chopped parsley, egg, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until well combined.
Form the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on a lined baking sheet.
Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and have an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
While the meatballs are baking, combine cranberry sauce, Dijon mustard, and honey in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir until heated through.
Toss the baked meatballs in the warm cranberry glaze and serve immediately.
Garnish with extra chopped parsley if desired.

Notes

Store cooked turkey meatballs in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze for longer storage. Allow meatballs to cool slightly before tossing in the glaze to prevent sogginess.

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