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Healthy Apple Cider Turkey Meatballs

Healthy Apple Cider Turkey Meatballs That Wow Your Tastebuds

Delightful and healthy apple cider turkey meatballs that combine sweetness and protein for a guilt-free indulgence.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 meatballs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 lb Ground Turkey Use 93% lean for best results.
  • 1/2 cup Apple Cider Natural sweetness.
  • 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs Whole wheat or gluten-free for dietary needs.
  • 1 Egg Binding agent.
  • 1/4 cup Onion Finely diced.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 tsp Cinnamon For autumn flavor.
  • 1/2 tsp Nutmeg For autumn flavor.
  • 1/2 tsp Allspice For autumn flavor.
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Sage Can substitute with dried.
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Thyme Can substitute with dried.
  • 1 tbsp Maple Syrup Optional for glaze.
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard For glaze.
For the Glaze
  • 1/2 cup Apple Cider For reducing.

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, apple cider, breadcrumbs, egg, finely diced onion, minced garlic, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and chopped fresh sage and thyme. Mix gently with your hands until just combined.
  2. Using a cookie scoop or your hands, portion the meat mixture into evenly sized meatballs, approximately 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter. Place the formed meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add a splash of oil. Once shimmering, add the meatballs ensuring even spacing for browning. Sear for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Remove meatballs from the skillet. In the same skillet, pour in additional apple cider, maple syrup, and Dijon mustard. Bring to a simmer, scraping up browned bits. Reduce for about 5 minutes.
  5. Return cooked meatballs to skillet with glaze, gently tossing to coat. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes. Serve hot, optionally garnished.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 20gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store cooked meatballs in an airtight container for up to 3 days. For freezing, cool and freeze in a single layer, then transfer to a bag for up to 3 months.

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