Turkey Meatballs in Pumpkin Sage Sauce
Turkey Meatballs in Pumpkin Sage Sauce is a delightful dish that combines comfort and nutrition in every bite. Tender turkey meatballs are enveloped in a creamy pumpkin sage sauce, offering a warm, savory flavor perfect for cozy dinners or festive gatherings. This recipe not only satisfies your cravings but also provides essential nutrients, making it an ideal choice for health-conscious food lovers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 2 tbsp fresh sage, chopped (or 1 tsp dried sage)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (or coconut milk for dairy-free)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). In a large bowl, mix ground turkey, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, chopped sage, salt, and pepper until just combined.
- Shape the mixture into one-inch meatballs and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for about 20 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, sauté garlic in olive oil until fragrant. Stir in pumpkin puree, heavy cream, salt, pepper, and additional sage; simmer for five minutes.
- Add the baked meatballs to the sauce and gently stir to coat before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 meatballs with sauce (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg