"Holiday" Meatballs

Macros / Serving Size

Protein 28 g | Fat 13 g | Carbs 45 g

% Calories of Macros / Serving Size

Calories 405 | Protein 28 % | Fat 28 % | Carbs 44 %

Nutrients / Serving Size

Fiber 3 g | Sodium 589 mg | Sat. Fat 3 g

Ingredients (Serves 4)

• 1 lb. lean ground turkey
• 1/2 cup plain panko bread crumbs
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1 tsp. poultry seasoning
• 2 tbsp. ketchup
• 1 egg
• 1 tbsp. cranberry sauce
• 14-16 oz instant brown rice

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F
2. In a mixing bowl, add 1 lb. of lean ground turkey, ½ cup of plain panko bread crumbs, ½ tsp. of salt, 1 tsp. of poultry seasoning, 2 tbsp. ketchup and 1 egg. Using clean hands, mix the ingredients well. Roll the mixture into 12 equal balls. Wash hands with soap and water.
3. In a muffin tin, place 1 tbsp. of cranberry sauce in each hole. Place a turkey ball on top of the cranberry sauce in each hole. Place turkey balls in the oven and bake until the center is no longer pink (about 20-25 minutes).
4. While the turkey meatballs are baking, cook 14-16 oz. of instant brown rice according to package instructions.
5. Serve each plate with 3 meatballs, a little cranberry sauce, ¼ of the rice, and your favorite mix of greens topped with grated cheese, a sprinkle of nuts and a dash of balsamic vinegar.

Notes

• For an Italian spin, swap out the poultry seasoning for Italian seasoning.
• Serve with your favorite marinara sauce on a bed of whole wheat noodles.
• Instead of salad, microwave a 14-16 oz. bag of frozen broccoli or cauliflower and top with shredded cheddar cheese. 
• Nutrition analysis is based on the use of 93% lean ground turkey.