Cranberry Turkey Meatballs
Cranberry Turkey Meatballs deliver 5g protein and 74 calories per ball, functioning as a lean, portionable snack for macro counting. Quick-preps 24 servings from one stovetop batch, letting you grab individual pieces throughout the week without disrupting your cut or bulk.
Ingredients
- •Ground Turkey, 99% Lean(454g)
- •Bread Crumbs, Dry, Plain(120g)
- •Olive oil(15g)
Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.
- •Egg, Whole, Large
- •Apple, Granny Smith(240g)
- •Sage, Fresh(23g)
- •Garlic powder(5g)
- •Onion powder(5g)
- •3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- •1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- •Parsley, Fresh
- •Cranberry Sauce, Whole Berry, Canned(240g)
- •Applesauce, Unsweetened, Canned(60g)
- •Maple syrup(30g)
- •Orange Zest
- •Orange Juice, Fresh(15g)
Instructions
- 1Place a rack in the center of your oven and preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Place an ovenproof baking rack on top of a large, rimmed baking sheet, then lightly coat with cooking spray. Set aside.
- 2In a large mixing bowl, combine the turkey, breadcrumbs, olive oil, egg, apple, sage, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. With your hands or two forks, lightly mix to combine, being careful not to compact the meat.
- 3Roll the mixture into 1 1/2 to 2-inch balls, using a small scoop to help portion as desired.
- 4Arrange the meatballs on top of the prepared baking rack. Bake in the oven for 12-14 minutes, just until cooked through.
- 5Meanwhile, prepare the sauce. In a saucepan large enough to hold the meatballs, combine the cranberries, applesauce, maple syrup, orange zest, and orange juice. Heat over medium to warm through.
- 6Add the cooked meatballs to the sauce, then spoon the sauce over gently to coat. Transfer to a serving platter to enjoy immediately or place in a slow cooker set to the lowest heat to keep warm. Garnish with fresh parsley as desired and serve.
Nutrition — Per Serving
74
calories
5g
protein
1g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 11g
- Saturated fat
- 0.2g
- Sodium
- 48 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 0.7g
24 servings per batch · ~50g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Cranberry Turkey Meatballs have per serving?
Each serving contains only 5g of protein and 74 calories, with just 1g fat and 11g carbs. These meatballs function best as a side or snack addition rather than a primary protein source for your meal.
How long does Cranberry Turkey Meatballs take to prepare?
This is a quick prep stovetop recipe that batch-makes 24 servings at once. The high yield means you can prepare a large batch once and portion it across multiple days with minimal effort.
Is Cranberry Turkey Meatballs good for fat loss?
At only 74 calories per serving, cranberry turkey meatballs are an excellent low-calorie option for fat loss phases. However, these are best used as a side or sauce-based component since 5g protein per serving is relatively low on its own.
