Description
These Honey Garlic Turkey Meatballs are a delicious and healthy twist on a classic favorite, combining lean ground turkey with warm spices and a sweet honey garlic glaze. Baked to perfection, they make an easy and flavorful meal ready in just 30 minutes, perfect for a weeknight dinner or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
Meatballs
- 1 pound lean ground turkey
- 1/2 yellow onion, grated
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup whole wheat panko breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup minced flat-leaf parsley
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Honey Garlic Glaze
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly coat a large baking sheet with cooking spray to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Combine Meatball Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together the lean ground turkey, grated onion, minced garlic, whole wheat panko breadcrumbs, minced parsley, chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and cayenne pepper until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Form Meatballs: Using approximately 2 tablespoons of mixture per meatball, shape the turkey mixture into balls by rolling between your palms. A medium cookie scoop can help keep the size consistent. Place the formed meatballs on the prepared baking sheet, evenly spaced.
- Bake Meatballs: Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes or until they are just cooked through and no longer pink inside.
- Brush with Honey Garlic Glaze: While the meatballs bake, whisk together the honey and apple cider vinegar in a small bowl. After the initial baking, brush each meatball generously with the honey glaze.
- Finish Baking: Return the glazed meatballs to the oven and bake for an additional 2 minutes to set the glaze and meld the flavors.
- Serve: Remove the meatballs from the oven and serve warm as an appetizer or main dish paired with your favorite sides.
Notes
- Using whole wheat panko breadcrumbs adds fiber and keeps the meatballs moist.
- Adjust spice levels by modifying the cayenne pepper to your preference.
- These meatballs can be made ahead and reheated gently in the oven.
- Serve with a side of steamed vegetables or over rice for a complete meal.
