Apple Sage Turkey Meatballs (Print-Friendly Version)
Tender turkey meatballs with grated apple and fresh sage create a delicious, balanced dish.
# Ingredients Required:
→ Meat and Proteins
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454 g ground turkey
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1 large egg
→ Produce
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1 medium apple, peeled and grated
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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15 g fresh sage leaves, finely chopped
→ Dry Ingredients
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30 g breadcrumbs
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25 g grated Parmesan cheese
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0.5 teaspoon salt
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0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
→ Oils
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15 ml olive oil
# Detailed Directions:
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Preheat oven to 190°C and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, grated apple, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, chopped sage, egg, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until well incorporated.
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Form mixture into 3.8 cm (1 1/2-inch) diameter meatballs using your hands, spacing them evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
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Drizzle olive oil evenly over the meatballs to promote browning.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until meatballs are golden brown and reach an internal temperature of 75°C.
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Remove from oven, allow meatballs to rest for a few minutes, then serve warm.
# Helpful Advice:
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For a gluten-free version, substitute regular breadcrumbs with gluten-free breadcrumbs.
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Dried sage can be used as a substitute for fresh sage; use approximately 1 teaspoon.
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Serve alongside pasta sauce, rice, or as an appetizer.