Pumpkin Sage Meatballs
Savor the essence of autumn with these delicious Pumpkin Sage Meatballs, combining lean ground turkey and rich pumpkin puree with fragrant sage. Perfect for Thanksgiving gatherings or cozy dinners, these meatballs are not only healthy but also bursting with flavor. Each bite delivers a comforting taste of the season, making this dish a must-try for every holiday table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 meatballs (serving size is four meatballs) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
- 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 2 tbsp fresh sage, finely chopped
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix the ground turkey, pumpkin puree, breadcrumbs, egg, chopped sage, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into meatballs about 1 inch in diameter and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs (150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 85mg