Moroccan Meatballs

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  2 tbsp Olive oil

  Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.

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  1 Yellow Onion(110g)
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  1 Lemon(108g)
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  0.8 cup Low Sodium Chicken Broth
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  2 can Tomato, Canned, Crushed
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  0.5 tsp 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
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  0.5 tsp 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
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  0.3 tsp Red pepper flakes
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  0.3 tsp Cinnamon, Ground
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  0.5 cup Raisins, Seedless
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  1 lbs Ground Turkey, 99% Lean
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  1 cup Parsley, Fresh
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  0.3 cup Bread Crumbs, Dry, Plain
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  1 tbsp Ginger, Fresh Root
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  2 tsp Garlic
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  1.5 tsp Cumin, Ground
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  1 tsp 1 teaspoon kosher salt
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  0.5 tsp 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
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  2 Egg, Whole, Large(88g)
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  Couscous, Dry
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  Cooking spray (per 1-second spray)

  Non-stick spray (PAM or store brand). Saves calories vs. pouring oil.

Instructions

1. 1Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat, then add the diced onion and cook for 3 minutes until softened but not browned. Add the minced fresh garlic and lemon zest, cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
2. 2Pour in the chicken broth, crushed canned tomatoes, red pepper flakes, cinnamon, and raisins. Stir to combine and simmer over medium heat for 8 minutes until flavors meld. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then remove from heat and set aside.
3. 3In a medium bowl, combine the ground turkey, fresh parsley, bread crumbs, minced fresh ginger, minced fresh garlic, ground cumin, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Drizzle with olive oil and add the eggs, mixing gently with a fork until just combined—do not overmix or the meatballs will become tough.
4. 4Roll the meat mixture into 1-inch balls (approximately 28 balls total). Arrange the meatballs in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with foil and lightly coated with cooking spray.
5. 5Coat the meatballs lightly with cooking spray or a drizzle of olive oil, then bake at 400°F for 15–18 minutes until cooked through and no longer pink in the center, with an internal temperature of 165°F.
6. 6Transfer the cooked meatballs directly into the saucepan with the sauce and gently stir to coat evenly.
7. 7Cook the couscous according to package directions while the meatballs finish cooking.
8. 8Divide the meatballs, sauce, and couscous evenly into 4 airtight containers while hot. Cool to room temperature before sealing and refrigerating for up to 4 days.