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Savory Pumpkin Sage Turkey Meatballs

Savory Pumpkin Sage Turkey Meatballs for Cozy Fall Nights

Savory Pumpkin Sage Turkey Meatballs are tender, juicy bites capturing the essence of fall, perfect for a cozy gathering.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 20 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 2 pounds Ground Turkey Lean and healthy protein
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Puree Homemade or canned
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Sage Chopped, can swap with thyme or rosemary
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Gluten-free if necessary
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Can substitute with nutritional yeast
  • 1 large Eggs Binds ingredients together
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Or 1 minced garlic clove
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Adjust to taste
For Serving (Optional)
  • 1 cup Marinara Sauce Classic accompaniment
  • Fresh Herbs Drizzle with olive oil

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking sheet.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, pumpkin puree, sage, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, eggs, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Roll about two tablespoons of mixture into balls and place on the baking sheet.
  4. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and firm.
  5. Serve with marinara sauce or olive oil with fresh herbs.
  6. Store extra meatballs in an airtight container for up to three days in the fridge or freeze for long-term storage.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 15gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These meatballs can be customized with your choice of meat and additional ingredients, like vegetables. For freezing, lay them on a baking sheet before transferring to a freezer bag.

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