Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of fall with these Simple Turkey Meatballs in Pumpkin Sage Sauce. Juicy ground turkey meatballs are enveloped in a creamy pumpkin sauce infused with aromatic sage, delivering a delightful balance of savory and sweet. Perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or gatherings, this dish is easy to prepare and ready in under an hour, making it a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon fresh sage, chopped (plus extra for garnish)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup vegetable broth (or cream for richness)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, onion, garlic, sage, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined.
- Form small meatballs (about 1-1½ inches) and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake meatballs for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- While meatballs bake, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add remaining garlic and sage; sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in pumpkin puree and vegetable broth; season with salt and pepper. Simmer for about 5 minutes until heated through.
- Add baked meatballs to the skillet and toss gently to coat with sauce before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg